Midland - The Oil & Gas Task Force, created by the Midland City Council in August, held it's first public meeting on Tuesday. Chairman Chuck Hedges called for public comment. Just one independent contractor addressed the committee. Members vowed to beef up publicity for the next meeting scheduled for December 15th at 5:30 p.m. According to the August City Council minutes, Mayor Wes Perry expects to see more applications to drill inside the city limits. The ad hoc task force must make recommendations that will facilitate both oil and gas development and real estate development in the city. Members said Tuesday, they expect to make those recommendations by February. For the full story click here.