District Three Race Shapes Odessa's Future | Odessa News

Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

Only one seat is truly up for grabs in this November’s city council elections — District Three, where longtime resident and plumber Richard Pierce faces off against Gerardo “Jerry” Castro Jr. to fill the vacancy left by resigned Councilman Gilbert Vasquez. While other districts are unopposed, this race could shape Odessa’s future: Pierce, with five decades of local experience and a focus on low taxes, strong public services, and infrastructure upgrades, wants to attract new businesses and explore reclaimed water solutions. The stakes? A decisive vote that could steer the city’s growth and…