Child Care Shortage and the Wackerly Street Center
City of Midland
Summary
A new child care center serving up to 50 kids could fill a real gap in Midland's child care options, but two immediate neighbors worry about traffic and noise in their single-family neighborhood. The commission recommended approval; City Council makes the final call.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
The petitioner noted the project would add tax revenue on a currently vacant, undeveloped lot.
Families needing infant-through-pre-K child care, plus the neighborhood through added tax revenue and screening improvements.
Two abutting residents on Courtside Drive voiced concerns about noise, traffic, and the loss of a residential abutter.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Planning Commission (Regular) - Jun 23, 2026
A 6,200-square-foot office building is cleared for 1100 W. Wackerly Street, with berming, landscaping and lighting conditions to protect adjacent homes.
City Council (Regular) - May 11, 2026
Neighbors near the proposed child care center at 1112 E. Wackerly opposed the permit, citing concerns about visibility and operations, while business leaders said Midland needs more child care options. The council sided with approval, 4-1.
Planning Commission (Regular) - Mar 24, 2026
A new child care center serving up to 50 kids could fill a real gap in Midland's child care options, but two immediate neighbors worry about traffic and noise in their single-family neighborhood. The commission recommended approval; City Council makes the final call.
Related development
Conditional Use Permit No. 97 — Child Care Center
Neighborhood child care could come to Wackerly Street if the permit is approved next month.
Site Plan No. 452 – Office Building
A new office building is coming to Wackerly Street, with berming and plantings shielding adjacent homes from lights and views.
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