Odessa City Council Certifies Election Results for Haney and Kennedy

Odessa Midland, TX, September 23, 2026 — The Odessa City Council has officially certified the election results for two council members-elect, Chris Haney and Dallas Kennedy. Both Haney and Kennedy secured their seats on the council without facing opposition in their respective races. The certification marks a formal confirmation of their election victory.

The process of certifying election results is a standard procedure following an election, ensuring that the outcome is officially recognized by the governing body. In this instance, the council’s action confirms that Chris Haney and Dallas Kennedy have met the requirements to hold their positions as council members. The fact that both ran unopposed means that the election did not involve contested races for these specific seats.

Details regarding the specific districts or wards represented by Councilman-elect Haney and Councilman-elect Kennedy were not provided in the available information. Similarly, the exact date of the election or the certification meeting was not specified. Information concerning the prior tenure or any specific platforms presented by Haney and Kennedy during their unopposed campaigns is also not available.

The certification by the Odessa City Council is a procedural step that allows the newly elected officials to prepare for their upcoming terms. The absence of opposition in their races indicates a potentially streamlined electoral process for these particular positions within the Odessa City Council. Further details on their official swearing-in dates and the commencement of their council terms are typically announced following such certifications.

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