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City Council · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Regular Council Meeting

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Summary

The Freeport City Council met on February 10, 2026, to handle routine business and approve several infrastructure and administrative items. The council approved a contract to drill a new potable water well, hired an engineering firm to oversee the work, authorized commencement of the project, approved the annual Little League facility-use contract, and authorized a 25th anniversary fireworks celebration for the Hammock Bay community. The council also received updates on a Chelco utility kiosk request ( for further discussion), a Department of Transportation landscaping project at the park and ride, and an Insurance Trust Board nomination opportunity that generated no interest from council members. An employee of the month was recognized.

Why it matters

The water well project represents significant infrastructure investment to address potential saltwater intrusion concerns and improve the city's water supply capacity. The Hammock Bay anniversary event will provide a community celebration while the park and ride improvements will enhance the appearance of a key city entrance.

What happened

Roads & infrastructure1 item

  • Park and Ride Landscaping Update

    The Planning Department informed the council that the Department of Transportation will update the park and ride landscaping along the Highway 20 in front of City Hall. No large trees will be removed and city entrances will not be impacted.

Utilities4 items

  • CR-3280 Potable Water Well - Rowe Drilling Contract

    Passed 4–0 · unanimous

    The council awarded the contract for drilling a new potable water well to Rowe Drilling. The well is part of the city's water supply improvement project and will test production rates to determine if it can serve as a production well without requiring a separate well to be drilled.

    • $369,950.00 · Rowe Drilling contract for potable water well construction

  • CR-3280 Water Well - Dewberry Construction Engineering and Inspection Proposal

    Passed 4–0 · unanimous

    The council approved a proposal from Dewberry to provide construction engineering and inspection services to oversee the drilling and construction of the new potable water well.

    • $67,980.00 · Dewberry construction, engineering, and inspection proposal for water well oversight

  • CR-3280 Water Well - Notice to Proceed

    Passed 4–0 · unanimous

    The council authorized the notice to proceed for the potable water well production, with an anticipated start date of April 1, 2026, and an expected completion time of approximately 90 days.

  • Chelco Kiosk Request

    The city manager reported that Chelco requested to keep a utility kiosk in place through the end of 2026 and that the city prefers to install a drop box next to the city's drop box. The council the item to revisit after a Chelco Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for February 19, 2026.

Parks2 items

  • 2026 Little League Contract

    Passed 4–0 · unanimous

    The council approved the annual contract with Little League that outlines the city's and Little League's respective responsibilities for use of city facilities. The league has been notified of the requirement to return for contract renewal in June for the 2027 season.

  • Hammock Bay 25th Anniversary Fireworks Event

    Passed 4–0 · unanimous

    The council approved a fireworks show and community celebration for Hammock Bay's 25th anniversary on May 23, 2026. The event will include a 12-minute fireworks display, live music on the Windmill stage, and food trucks, to be held on Field 4 using the same fireworks company the city uses for July 4th celebrations.

Other3 items

  • - Bills and Minutes

    Passed 4–0 · unanimous

    The council approved bills and meeting minutes from January 13 and 22, 2026, on the .

  • Insurance Trust Board Nomination

    The Finance Director brought forward a request from the Insurance Trust for council member nominations to serve on the Trust Board. No council members expressed interest in serving.

  • Employee of the Month Recognition

    Mayor Barley presented the Employee of the Month award to Chace Grubb from Parks and Recreation in recognition of his dedication, passion, and hard work for city residents.

Coming up

  • Chelco Board of Trustees meeting to discuss utility kiosk placement · February 19, 2026
  • Potable water well construction anticipated to begin · April 1, 2026
  • Hammock Bay 25th Anniversary Fireworks Event · May 23, 2026
  • Little League must return for 2027 season contract renewal · June 2026

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