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Odessa council tables commemorative-sign plan after heated public comment
Summary
The city council heard competing public petitions to honor Jovita Idar and Charlie Kirk, drew sharp public criticism and support, and voted to delay any approvals until staff presents a formal naming policy in January.
The Odessa City Council on Dec. 9 debated whether to approve low-cost commemorative signs proposed for local streets, then voted to table the item until council reviews a formal naming policy.
Councilmembers Kevin Haney and (Councilman) Canel introduced the proposal as an alternative to renaming streets, saying the signs would let the city honor residents without imposing the costs and disruptions of a formal renaming. “We’re not changing names of streets,” Haney said; “we’re just honoring these two on this street,” proposing Maple Street as one possible…
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