City of Odessa Proposition BB: Charter Amendment on Duties of the Mayor
Odessa city, Texas
My vote power: High
What does this measure do?
Odessa's charter would make the mayor the ceremonial head of the city with no administrative duties, plus emergency powers allowed by Texas law. 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
The mayor's role is ceremonial, with emergency powers under state law.
A NO vote means
The current duties of the mayor stay.
Source: ectorcountytx.gov