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Choose Odessa

Choose Odessa

The Odessa Advantage

At the City of Odessa, your success is our success.

Our priorities are business retention, expansion, workforce development, and attracting new investment to our community. Through established partnerships and a coordinated approach to development, we work to ensure Odessa continues to grow as a strong and competitive location for business.

We understand that time matters. Our leadership team is committed to fast, coordinated decision-making that helps projects move efficiently while maintaining transparency and responsiveness throughout the process. When you choose Odessa, your project becomes a priority.

Why Businesses Choose Odessa

  • Prime location directly on Interstate 70

  • Convenient access to Kansas City and mid-Missouri markets

  • Direct connections to regional freight, logistics, and transportation corridors

  • Unified elected officials and leadership focused on economic development

  • Established local and regional development partnerships

  • Fast, responsive, and coordinated project review processes

  • Competitive incentive packages tailored to individual projects

  • Small-town character with metropolitan accessibility

  • Revitalized downtown district with redevelopment opportunities

  • Access to workforce talent across the I-70 corridor 

  • Quality schools, parks, and community amenities

  • Growing residential and commercial development opportunities

Development & Business Support

The City of Odessa is committed to helping businesses and developers navigate the process efficiently and successfully. Our team is available to assist with:

  • Initial project consultation

  • Site and land planning

  • Zoning and permitting guidance

  • Building inspections

  • Utility and infrastructure coordination

  • Economic development resources and partnerships

  • Incentive discussions and development planning

We strive to provide a smooth, responsive development experience while helping projects move from concept to completion.

Invest in Odessa

Odessa is a community that values progress, partnership, and opportunity. Whether you are looking to open a storefront, expand industrial operations, develop housing, or invest in commercial property, Odessa offers the location, accessibility, leadership, and community support to help your project succeed.

We invite you to explore the opportunities available in Odessa and discover why businesses and developers continue to choose our community.

Contact Us

Shawna Davis - City Administrator

shawna.davis@cityofodessamo.com

816-230-5577 ext.7

Cathy Thompson - Finance Director 

cathy.thompson@cityofodessamo.com

816-230-5577 ext.5

Jenny Neel - Community Development Coordinator

jenny.neel@cityofodessamo.com

816-230-5577 ext.2