Welcome to the Town of Odessa
Today the town of Odessa, one of the most pristine Colonial townscapes, is a National Registry District, home to a National Historic Landmark and two National Parks Service Network to Freedom sites. We take pride in Odessa’s historic preservation efforts and delight in sharing our village with visitors. Our guests […]
Read More...Newest Council Member, Shelley Perry
Mayor Smith gave the oath of office to Council Member Shelley Perry at the Town Meeting of Mayor & Council on Monday, July 13th. pictured above is Mayor Harvey C. Smith Jr. and Council Member Shelley Perry
Read More...DNREC Seeks Volunteers for 2026 Delaware Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 19
Volunteer registration is now open for the 39th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup, set for Saturday, Sept. 19, at more than 40 sites statewide. Hosted by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, this popular annual event welcomes participants who turn out to help maintain the state’s beaches, coastline and waterways from 9 […]
Read More...Important Changes to Your Town of Odessa Property Tax and Trash Bills
Important Changes to Your Town of Odessa Property Tax and Trash Bills
Read More...FREE Lead Paint & Safety Issues
lead_abatement_council_of_odessa_061726There is a FREE service in New Castle County and the City of Wilmington for inspection, work, and having properties declared Lead Safe. The attached flyer gives some details. Income is of the Tenant, not the Owner. (Example Family of four under $88,000) A vacant property would take about 3 […]
Read More...Office Closed- Monday, June 29th
Town Office will be closed on Monday, June 29th and re-opening again for normal business hours on Tuesday, June 30th. As always, for any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the town secretary at: townofodessa@gmail.com Thank you,
Read More...Delaware City Juneteenth Celebrations
Delaware City-Polktown, Juneteenth events this Saturday at Fort Delaware State Park. The highlight will be a presentation by Dr. Abdullah Muhammad on “The History of Juneteenth”. Free ferry tickets are available for the 11 am ferry ride at 55 Clinton Street while supplies last. Register for this program and pick […]
Read More...Odessa historical marker relocated after 94 years
Odessa historical marker relocated after 94 years | The Latest from WDEL News | wdel.com
Read More...Got Bees?? Please read!
Any Odessa town residents dealing with honey bee swarms- Swarmed is a satellite partner of the UC Davis California Master Beekeeper Program- We work to connect them directly with local beekeepers who can relocate the bees safely at no cost to the resident! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1krEokxFUji9dckGj3T6n2VGtTCNL4SCY/view?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/u/3/d/1qeJxgLwWtY4ToGXgNwfpi0B0QQfw6qGjrCr8soog_18
Read More...Governor Meyer Declares Statewide Drought Watch
Governor Meyer Declares Statewide Drought Watch – State of Delaware News
Read More...Delmarva Power Arbor Day Program Info & Summer Readiness Letter
Arbor Day Program (Launched May 20) Through our partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, Delmarva Power customers can request a free tree to plant at their home. Up to 700 trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis, including native species such as Baldcypress, River Birch, Eastern Redbud, Red Maple, and […]
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