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Election Information

APRIL 6, 2027 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION

OVERVIEW

On Tuesday, April 6, 2027, the City of Odessa will hold its General Municipal Election to select Board of Aldermen members for Ward 1, Ward 2, and Ward 3.

Offices to Be Filled

  • Alderman, Ward 1 – Two-Year Term
  • Alderman, Ward 2 – Two-Year Term
  • Alderman, Ward 3 – Two-Year Term

Filing Candidates

Alderman, Ward 1 – Two-Year Term


Alderman, Ward 2 – Two-Year Term


Alderman, Ward 3 – Two-Year Term

Voter Registration

To be eligible to vote in this election, individuals must:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen
  • Be 18 years of age or older on Election Day
  • Reside within the city limits of Odessa
  • Be a registered voter by the fourth Wednesday prior to the election

For additional information on voter registration, polling locations, or absentee ballots, please visit the Lafayette County Clerk’s Office Website or contact their office directly.

Filing for Candidacy

Filing for candidacy opens and closes as follows:

  • Opens: Tuesday, December 15, 2026, at 8:00 am
  • Closes: Tuesday, January 5, 2027, at 5:00 pm
  • Final Certification: Tuesday, January 26, 2027

Filing must be completed in person at the City Clerk’s Office during regular business hours:
8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, at City Hall, 228 S 2nd Street, Odessa, Missouri.

City Hall will be closed on December 24 and 25, 2026, in observance of the Christmas holiday, and may close in the event of inclement weather.

Candidate Qualifications.

  • Aldermen: Must be at least 18 years old, a registered voter, a resident of Odessa for one year prior to election, and reside within the ward they represent.

Pursuant to RSMo 115.347, no candidate’s name shall appear on the official ballot unless a signed and sworn Declaration of Candidacy is filed with the City Clerk within the required time period. Candidates will appear on the ballot in the order they filed.

Disqualifications

Candidates may not file if they:

  • Have been found guilty of or pled guilty to certain felonies or misdemeanors, and/or
  • Are delinquent in the payment of state, local, or municipal taxes.

Withdrawal of Candidacy

Candidates wishing to withdraw must file a written notice of withdrawal with the City Clerk no later than 5:00 pm on the 17th Tuesday before the election.

Polling Information

Election Date: Tuesday, April 6, 2027
Polls Open: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm

For complete information on voting locations, registration, or absentee voting, contact the Lafayette County Clerk's Office Website.

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