City of Odessa Proposition X: Charter Amendment on Officers' Oath and Taking Office
Odessa city, Texas
My vote power: High
What does this measure do?
Odessa's charter would have newly elected council members take office at the first regular meeting after the canvass and take their oath once results are certified. It does not change taxes.
Read the official ballot measure
Proposed by: Odessa City Council, on recommendation of its Charter Review Committee
The city's elected council. Its Charter Review Committee drafted charter updates in July 2026 and sent them to the council to order an election.
Source: app.govly.com
A YES vote means
New council members take office at the first meeting after the canvass.
A NO vote means
The current oath and bond section stays.
Source: ectorcountytx.gov