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Water Line Replacement Project

Another water line replacement project will begin Monday, March 20, 2023 in the 500 block of W. 25th and W. 22nd North Alley.

City of Odessa wins lawsuit against local paper

A decision has been made in a lawsuit.

The City of Odessa has won an appeal to the 11th Court of Appeals involving a lawsuit with the Odessa American. In an effort to continue to provide transparency, here's a look at the court document.

Here's an overview of those public info...

March Sales Tax Check

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with March’s sales tax revenue total of $4,970,694.84 which reflects a $1,654,195.58, or 49.88% increase as compared to March 2022.

The City of Odessa received its March sales tax check, in the amount of, $6,213,368.55. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of Odessa will receive $4,970,694.84 and the Odessa Development Corporation will...

Crockett Street Water Line Replacement Project

The water line replacement project will begin Monday, March 6th on the 400 – 600 block of Crockett Street and is estimated to be completed in 2 weeks.

This project will continue our efforts to replace aging infrastructure throughout the City of Odessa.  This is a cast iron line that was installed in 1952 and has had several line breaks in the past, as well as a fire hydrant, that is out of serv...

Lane Closure Scheduled At Loop 338 and Yukon Overpass Project

Crews working on the TxDOT Loop 338 & Yukon overpass project have a lane closure scheduled for tonight.

Crews working on the TxDOT Loop 338 & Yukon overpass project have a lane closure scheduled for tonight.  The eastbound lane on Yukon between Loop 338 and Faudree Road will be closed between 8pm to 6am tomorrow morni...

Take Survey for Feasibility Study for Sports Complex

The City of Odessa Parks and Recreation Department and the Quality-of-Life Committee will conduct a Feasibility Study for a Sports Complex with the assistance of Synergy Sports Global.

We need your input! Please follow the survey link:

https://www.surveymon...

Mayor Joven Asks For Prayers For Earthquake Victims

A series of powerful earthquakes struck southern Turkey in the morning of February 6, 2023. These earthquakes have caused widespread destruction and collapsed buildings, with likely over 200,000 deaths and injuries in Turkey and Syria.

From Mayor Joven’s Desk: 

A series of powerful earthquakes struck southern Turkey in the morning of February 6, 2023. These earthquakes have caused widespread destruction and collapsed buildings, with likely over 200,000 deaths...

KOB Will Visit Zavala Elementary, First Sustainability Scholarship Recipients

Zavala students receive first sustainability scholarship.

Zavala Elementary students are the first Sustainability Scholarship recipients!

Keep Odessa Beautiful will visit Zavala Elementary, 1201 Clifford St., on Friday, February 10, at 11 a.m. to discuss and support the school’s Choice program called, &...

Elizabeth Prieto Named Interim Executive Director of Downtown Odessa Inc.

A new interim executive director has been named for Downtown Odessa Inc.

Elizabeth Prieto has been named the Interim Director of Downtown Odessa Inc.

Born and raised in West Texas, Elizabeth is proud to call Odessa home for the past 22 years.

Elizabeth is a University of Texas Permian Basin alumni, with a Bachelor of Arts in His...

City Utility Crews Tackle Over 20 Water Main Breaks During the Thaw

Our extraordinary Utility crews respond quickly to repair over 20 water main breaks!

The City of Odessa experienced a severe cold spell beginning Monday January 30th, 2023, that stayed below freezing temperatures through Wednesday February 1st, 2023.

Historically when the city experiences a freeze event for several days, we see a higher-th...

Mayor Joven Makes the December Rising LoneStars List

Mayor Joven was selected as a Rising LoneStar for the month of December!

Odessa Mayor Javier Joven’s commitment to “return to basics” earned him a spot as a December 2022 Rising LoneStar. An organization that recognizes exceptional acts of leadership and provides information about local elected officials.

Mayor Joven pledged to...

Faudree Road Construction Traffic Update

Faudree Road traffic will be shifted to the newly paved roadway on January 22, 2023.

Faudree Road traffic will be shifted to the newly paved roadway on January 22, 2023.

56th Street between Sleepy Hollow St and Faudree Rd will be closed to traffic for the remainder of this first phase of construction.

This first phase of construction will i...

January 2023 Sales Tax Check

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with January’s sales tax revenue total of $4,643,575.69.

The City of Odessa received its January sales tax check, in the amount of, $5,804,469.61. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of Odessa will receive $4,643,575.69 and the Odessa Development Corporation wi...

New Interim Fire Chief Named

Battalion Chief Jason Cotton has been named the new Interim Fire Chief!

On the heels of Fire Chief John Alvarez’s retirement, The City of Odessa announces the role of interim Fire Chief will be filled by current Battalion Chief Jason Cotton until a permanent replacement is identified.

Cotton has more than 25 years of...

Project Reconstruction of South Meadow Avenue

South Meadow Ave. between E. Murphy and North Service Road of I-20 will be reconstructed.

Beginning Tuesday, January 3, 2023, City of Odessa contractors will begin the project reconstruction of south Meadow Avenue, between east Murphy and the north service road of I-20.

This will include the installation of a concrete valley gutter, curb work, ...

Tanglewood Lane Reconstruction Project

The reconstruction of Tanglewood Lane between Penbrook St. and 52nd St. will begin January 3rd.

Beginning Tuesday, January 3, 2023, City of Odessa contractors will begin the project reconstruction of Tanglewood Lane, between Penbrook Street and 52nd Street.

This will include the installation of a new water main and road reconstruction.

The reconstruct...

Sewer Line Replacement Project for 2100 Blk of N. Dixie

Sewer line project is set to begin January 3rd.

A sewer line replacement project is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, January 3rd at the 2100 block of N Dixie Boulevard and the surrounding alleys.

It is estimated the work will be completed in 2 months. Edgardo Madrid and Associates is the contractor for th...

First Phase of Faudree Road Construction Project Begins January 3rd

The first phase of the Faudree Road Project is expected to last 6 months.

The first phase of the Faudree Road Construction Project is scheduled to begin January 3, 2023 and is expected to last approximately 6 months. This construction activity will occur between SH 191 and Windchase Street.

The initial work lasting approximately...

HEB Feast of Sharing Today at 4-8 p.m. at the Ector County Coliseum Barn D&E

 Join Keep Odessa Beautiful and H-E-B for the 20th annual Feast of Sharing Holiday dinner today!

The event starts at 4 p.m. and continues to 8 p.m. Feast of Sharing is taking place at the Ector County Coliseum, 4201 Andrews Hwy, in building D&...

December Sales Tax Check 2022

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with December’s sales tax revenue total of $4,441,543.47 which reflects a $843,463.82 increase compared to December 2021.

The City of Odessa received its December sales tax check, in the amount of $5,551,929.34. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent.  The City of Odessa will receive $4,441,543.47 and the Odessa Development Corp...

City Offices Closed Monday, September 5th for Labor Day

City of Odessa offices will be closed Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. Trash will not be picked up on this day.

City of Odessa offices will be closed Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. Trash will not be picked up on this day. Customers with roll out carts normally serviced on Monday can expect service Tuesday, September 6th. Carts normally serviced o...

August Sales Tax Check

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with August’s sales tax revenue total of $4,525,242.60 which reflects a $204,484.12, or 4.73% as compared to August 2021.

The City of Odessa received its August sales tax check, in the amount of, $5,656,553.25. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of Odessa will receive $4,525,242.60 and the Odessa Development Corporation wil...

TXDOT Project Will Rebuild Highway 385 from 8th St. to 42nd St.

TXDOT will begin a new project to rehabilitate and resurface U.S. Highway 385 in Odessa on July 6th.

A project to rehabilitate and resurface a 2.3-mile segment of U.S. Highway 385 in Odessa is scheduled to begin the week of July 6. Work will stretch from Highway 191 (42nd Street) to Eighth Street. 

To minimize impact on traffic on this major traf...

Several Locations to be Resurfaced by TXDOT Next Week

TXDOT will be resurfacing several roads in Odessa next week.

Read on...

Ector County Sheriff Mike Griffis Request Donations for Uvalde Shooting Victims

Sheriff Mike Griffis is asking for donations for the victims of the Uvalde school shooting.

Ector County Sheriff, Mike Griffis, has requested that the community donate for the victims of Uvalde. Donations can be dropped off at the Ector County Sheriff’s Office, 2500 S Hwy 385.

Message from Sheriff Mike Griffis:

5-25-2022***Folks, since t...

TXDOT To Begin Seal Coat Project Next Week

Motorists are reminded that state law requires them to obey warning signs, flaggers and traffic control devices.

A district seal coat project is scheduled to begin the week of Monday, May 16, 2022, in the Odessa District of TxDOT. Approximately 180 miles of roads in eight counties will be worked on in May.

Each year the Odessa District seal coats select roads as part...

Faudree Road and P Bar Ranch Road Intersection Traffic Signal

This intersection warrants the installation of a traffic signal. The traffic signal design is complete and the project will go to bid.

Odessa, TX – The City of Odessa has completed a traffic signal warrant study for the intersection of Faudree Road & P Bar Ranch Road. This intersection warrants the installation of a traffic signal. The traffic signal design is complete and ...

Faudree Road Updates

The City of Odessa would like to remind the community about traffic conditions on Faudree Road, north of State Highway 191 due to construction.

Odessa, TX – The City of Odessa would like to remind the community about traffic conditions on Faudree Road, north of State Highway 191 due to construction. Yukon Road has been closed from Loop 338 East to Faudree Road by the Texas Department of...

Incident at 93rd and Rainbow Water Tower UPDATED

UPDATE: The tank has been drained. Crews will pump out residual water and place a new clamp. The tank should be back in service tomorrow.

UPDATE: The tank has been drained. Crews will pump out residual water and place a new clamp. The tank should be back in service tomorrow. Yukon pumps are working and the system should have water. Please contact the City if you continue to have water press...

Mayor’s Drug & Crime Commission’s Healthy Families Build Healthy Communities Event

The event will include resources by community organizations, fun activities including a DJ, hot dogs, police and fire vehicle displays, and a jumper.

The Mayor’s Drug & Crime Commission’s Healthy Families Build Healthy Communities event is scheduled on Saturday, October 16, 2021, from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

It will be held at Sherwood Community Center’s parking lot and inside,...

No Cost COVID-19 PCR Tests

The City of Odessa Incident Command and Curative are offering free COVID-19 tests.

The City of Odessa Incident Command is partnering with Curative to offer COVID-19 PCR Tests. Testing began November 28 at the corner of 2nd St and Grant,  South of Odessa Police Department, and is from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Insurance information will ...