News in Midland
Absentee Ballots Mailing Now for November State General Election
The Midland City Clerk’s Office began mailing absentee ballots on September 24 to registered voters on the Permanent Absent Ballot Mailing list and to voters who had returned an absentee ballot application for the November 3, 2026 State General Election.
City Hall Ellsworth St. Entrance Closed for Sidewalk Replacement Project Sept. 21 – Oct. 9
Midland City Hall will close its Ellsworth St. entrance from September 21 to October 9 for a scheduled sidewalk replacement project. During this time, residents should enter City Hall through the Larkin St. parking lot entrance.
Call for Applications for Positions on City Boards & Commissions
Looking to make a difference in the Midland community? The City of Midland invites residents to apply for positions on one of the City’s boards and commissions.
Fall Free Yard Waste Collection Begins October 5
The City of Midland will offer Fall Free yard waste collection beginning October 5 through the remainder of the 2026 yard waste collection season. During this free period, 60-cent per bag stickers and annual yard waste bin stickers are not required.
Right of Way Inspector Bryon Peregord Recognized with City of Midland City Strive Award
The City of Midland is excited to announce that it has recognized Right of Way Inspector Bryon Peregord as its latest recipient of a City Strive Award.
Help Keep Waterways Clean and Debris-Free
As Midland moves into autumn, the City of Midland reminds residents to help keep our local waterways clean and free of trash and pollutants.
Time to Remove Decorations from Midland Cemetery
In preparation for the fall and winter months, families maintaining plots at the Midland Cemetery should remove annual flowers, artificial decorations and their receptacles from cemetery plots by October 1.
City Offices, Services Closed September 7 for Labor Day
All City of Midland offices, facilities, and non-emergency services will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Reminder: Summer Tax Payments Due September 15
City of Midland property owners are reminded that Summer 2026 tax payments are due and payable without penalty or interest through September 15, 2026 to the City of Midland Treasurer’s Office, 333 W. Ellsworth St.
Farley Named to Replace Retiring Director of Community Affairs Harris
The City of Midland is pleased to announce that Melissa Farley has been promoted to Director of Community Affairs. She succeeds Selina Harris, who will retire in September 2026 after 35 years of service to the City of Midland.