Development News for Pampa, Texas

Ordinance 1835 Advances Closure of Gillipsby Street Section

The commission approved on first reading ordinance number 1835, which closes, abandons, and vacates a section of Gillipsby Street. This section lies between suburb 66 and suburb 67, and between Toke Street and Thutt Street. The property is owned by the school, which intends to sell it as a single parcel. An easement for an existing water line has been secured, with provisions for potential future sanitary sewer lines. [cite: 137, 138, 143, 146, 151, 153, 164]

Commission Approves May 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 regular commission meeting. [cite: 81, 82, 89]

Demolition Order Issued for Dilapidated Property at 701 North NATA

A public hearing was conducted for a dilapidated trailer house and surrounding properties at 701 North NATA, identified as a substandard structure. The trailer is missing parts of its sides, is extremely dilapidated, and has no saving grace. A motion was passed to issue a 30-day demolition order, citing relevant notices. [cite: 50, 51, 52, 59]

City Reviews First Quarter Financial Dashboard: Revenues Up, Expenditures On Track

Teresa presented the first quarter dashboard for the city's finances. General Fund revenues are slightly under 50% but are not alarming due to the nature of property and sales taxes. Sales tax increased significantly, and projected budget numbers are expected to be met. Expenditures are also around 51%, with capital expenditures being actively used. Water and wastewater funds are on track, with revenues at 40% and expenditures at 46%, expected to increase in warmer months. Solid waste fund revenues are at 38% and expenditures at 40%, also expected to increase with warmer weather cleanup. Completed capital projects and fund balance amounts were also reviewed. [cite: 46-77]