Odessa City Council accepted Vela’s resignation effective Oct. 31 and named Assistant City Manager Aaron Smith interim as a search begins.

O DESSA, Texas (KOSA) - David Vela has resigned as Odessa’s city manager, effective Monday, according to an announcement made ...

Odessa City Manager David Vela has submitted his resignation to the City Council in Tuesday’s meeting. Vela began his role with the City of Odessa on June 2nd, replacing previous City Manager John ...

The City Manager’s Office will now review Stoker’s proposal and is expected to bring forward a draft policy for council ...

Jefferson proves that sometimes the most extraordinary experiences come in small packages – a tiny Texas town that delivers history, hospitality, and heart in equal measure. One visit and you’ll ...

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After an Oct. 29 ribbon-cutting, Odessa’s new Bass Pro Shops opens with a 20,000-gallon aquarium, West Texas decor and an ...