News Flash

Posted on: May 26, 2023

Keeping You Informed

Low water pressure.

Customers may experience low water pressure caused by a contractor-hit line.  This is happening in the vicinity of 7600-7616 Silver Creek Ct. 

City crews are currently working on this repair.

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News Releases
Posted on: April 10, 2023

Working for YOU

Working for You

We are asking for your patience as we work on some projects.

Beginning Monday, April 10, 2023, there will be a lane closure for the 3600 block of W. 8th Street. This will be done in three phases. The lane closures will be between NW Loop 338 and Avenue B. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction for Ph...

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News Releases
Posted on: April 4, 2023

Holiday Trash Schedule

Holiday Trash Schedule

A look at this week's trash schedule.

Holiday Trash Schedule

News Releases
Posted on: April 4, 2023

Mayor's Water Conservation Challenge

Water Conservation Challenge

We need your help this month on a special project.

"As a leader committed to efficient use of natural resources, I support the mission of the Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a non-profit national community service program, and in so doing renew my commitment to sustainability for ...
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News Releases
Posted on: March 31, 2023

Working for YOU!

Working for You

New information on a road project that will soon be happening.

31st Street, from Andrews Hwy to N. Dixie Blvd, will soon be getting a makeover. The pavement reconstruction project is slated to start on April 10th.  In the meantime, we're asking for patience as we work to make this area bett...
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News Releases
Posted on: March 30, 2023

Downtown Odessa's Egg Hunt

Martin Marquez

Downtown Odessa is gearing up for its big "EGG Hunt" April 4th - 6th.

 Helping us get ready: 16-year-old Samuel Navarrete and 15-year-old Martin Marquez.  They attend Odessa Collegiate Academy and believe it's important to give back to our community! Inside the eggs, people will ...

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News Releases
Posted on: March 28, 2023

Keep Odessa Beautiful

Odessa City Council discusses plastic bag problem and possible solutions.

The name of the nonprofit says it all, the mission is to "Keep Odessa Beautiful!" However, it seems everywhere you turn, there are plastic bags all over Odessa and West Texas.
Today, the Odessa City Council heard from KOB Executive Director Claud...
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News Releases
Posted on: March 24, 2023

We are hiring!

Are you looking to take your job skills to the next level? Come work for an amazing team.

*Create a meaningful impact in the City of Odessa, Texas

*Be a driving force for positive change

*Move us forward

If this is YOU, we hope you will consider applying for our Human Resources Manager position.  You can apply here:  https://ode...

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News Releases
Posted on: March 23, 2023

Working for You!

Keeping you updated on what we're doing!

We appreciate your patience as we continue to do construction work in the area of Tanglewood from Penbrook to 52nd St.  We apologize for water shutdowns and traffic deviations.
This project includes the replacement of aged water lines before the c...
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News Releases
Posted on: March 17, 2023

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.

Working for YOU!

 

Another water line replacement project will begin Monday, March 20, 2023 in the 500 block of W. 25th and W. 22nd North Alley.  The project will take about four months to complete.  This section of the water line...

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News Releases
Posted on: March 16, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: March 8, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: March 2, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: March 1, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: February 15, 2023

Take Survey for Feasibility Study for Sports Complex

Odessa Parks Recreation- Survey QR Code

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: February 9, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: February 6, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: January 26, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: January 20, 2023

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: December 30, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: December 9, 2022

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&...

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News Releases
Posted on: August 30, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: August 19, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: June 28, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Several Locations to be Resurfaced by TXDOT Next Week

TXDOT will be resurfacing several roads in Odessa next week.

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News Releases
Posted on: May 25, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: May 13, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: April 22, 2022

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 ...

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News Releases
Posted on: April 7, 2022

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: October 7, 2021

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...

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News Releases
Posted on: September 24, 2021

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,...

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News Releases
Posted on: November 28, 2021

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 ...

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