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Midland City Council to Consider Sex Offender Ordinance, Flock Camera Contract
Council will also discuss new restrooms at Sparks Park and citywide paving and drainage program
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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Midland City Council is set to consider several key agenda items at their upcoming meeting, including a proposed ordinance to amend regulations on where sex offenders can reside and travel within the city, as well as a contract renewal for the Flock license plate recognition camera system. The council will also discuss new restroom facilities at Sparks Park and a citywide paving and drainage program.
Why it matters
The sex offender ordinance and Flock camera contract are aimed at enhancing public safety and crime prevention in Midland. The new restrooms and paving/drainage program are part of the city's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve its infrastructure and public spaces.
The details
The sex offender ordinance would put greater restrictions on where registered sex offenders can live and travel within Midland. The council previously deferred the item in January but will now look to approve it. The Flock camera contract would renew the city's license plate recognition system, expanding it to a total of 73 fixed and portable cameras at a cost of $451,000 over 24 months. The council will also consider approving a $243,772 contract to install new restroom facilities at Sparks Park and awarding a $1.5 million contract for citywide paving and drainage repairs.
- The sex offender ordinance was originally scheduled to go into effect on February 1, 2026.
- The Flock camera contract will be valid for 24 months.
- The new Sparks Park restrooms and citywide paving/drainage program are planned for the city's 2026-27 fiscal year.
The players
Midland City Council
The governing body of the city of Midland, Texas, responsible for passing laws and overseeing municipal operations.
John Burkholder
Midland City Councilman who previously voted against deferring the sex offender ordinance.
John Norman
Midland City Councilman who also voted against deferring the sex offender ordinance.
Flock Group Inc.
The company that provides the license plate recognition camera system under contract with the city of Midland.
Reece Albert
The construction company awarded the contract for the citywide paving and drainage program.
What’s next
The Midland City Council will vote on the proposed sex offender ordinance and Flock camera contract renewal at their meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
The takeaway
Midland is taking steps to enhance public safety and crime prevention through new regulations on sex offenders and expanded use of license plate recognition technology. These measures, along with infrastructure improvements, demonstrate the city's commitment to maintaining a safe and well-functioning community.
