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City Council likely to raise property taxes
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· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The proposed contract with McKinstry Essention LLC would cover 51 facilities and cost just over $300,000.
The Odessa City Council is set to discuss a contract for evaluating the condition of city facilities. The proposed contract with McKinstry Essention LLC would cover 51 facilities and cost just over $300,000. The evaluation aims to identify immediate and near-term needs for these facilities.
This information would help the city make informed decisions and create a long-term capital plan. The council will also consider a proposed tax rate increase, with the first vote scheduled for September 16 and the final vote on September 22. Further details on the proposed tax rate and facility evaluation are available from the Odessa American.
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Category: government Published: August 6, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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