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Sep 8, 2026Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council met on September 8, 2026, and approved multiple items on the consent agenda including budget amendments for decorative lighting and a storage building for Christmas decorations. The council also approved several staff proposals: a $36,500 scope of services for improvements at the Blueberry Road and State Road 20 intersection, a $58,490 scope of services for revisions to the Living History Park stormwater design, and a $445,672 insurance renewal. The council approved the 2027 meeting schedule and holiday calendar, authorized a Trunk or Treat event for October 24, approved starting a kickball league, and funded a $4,000 HVAC certification class for employee William Canaday. Councilwoman Brannon added two items: requesting that the city prohibit Flock cameras on city streets and asking staff to explore a dedicated left-turn light at the Business 331 and Highway 20 intersection. The council also decided to turn off City Hall's under-awning lights on an event-by-event basis and to use white lighting on City Hall when no events are scheduled.
- Public safetyFlock Cameras Policy
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Jul 23, 2026Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council met on July 23, 2026, to swear in newly elected council members Elizabeth Haffner and Eddie Farris, approve routine consent agenda items, and discuss several new business matters. The council approved renewal of the Liberty Partners legislative services contract, set budget hearing dates for September 2 and 15, authorized placement of a Narcan rescue box at the Four-Mile Boat Ramp, approved moving forward with the Winners Circle Sidewalk Extension project design, funded the Mayor's attendance at the Opportunity Florida Conference, and initiated discussions on Highway 20 turning lanes, revamping city entrance signs, and e-bike safety regulations.
- Public safetyNarcan Rescue Box at Four-Mile Boat Ramp
Jul 14, 2026Council
Regular Council Meeting
The City of Freeport City Council held a regular meeting on July 14, 2026. The council approved a clean 2025 audit report showing strong financial performance with increased property tax revenues. They voted to adopt a data center prohibition ordinance, approved an air conditioning unit replacement at the parks concession stand for $9,123, renewed a labor contract with the Walton County Sheriff's Office, approved events including a baseball tournament and high school homecoming parade, and tabled an air conditioning purchase for the wastewater treatment plant pending clarification of bids. The council also gave staff direction to reject expensive non-standard design elements like brick pavers for city infrastructure, directed staff to explore connecting sidewalks at the sports complex to an existing path, and instructed staff to contact the Florida Department of Transportation about adding turning lanes during the planned Highway 20 resurfacing project.
- Public safetyRenewal of Contract for Labor with Walton County Sheriff's Office
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Mar 26, 2026Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council held a regular meeting on March 26, 2026, where members approved routine consent agenda items including bills and prior minutes. The council voted to move forward with an Engineering Request for Qualifications to evaluate additional engineering firms for city projects. Staff provided updates on several infrastructure initiatives, including the Marquis Way West road project, which the council agreed to pursue in phases to accelerate construction timelines. The council approved repairs to a wastewater bypass pump that was damaged by a car, with insurance covering most of the cost. Approval was also given for a waterline upgrade project involving driveway bores. In discussion items, the council addressed distribution of mosquito control fly balls to residents, approved a splash pad opening for April 1st, discussed playground gate installation with fire safety requirements, and received notice that the county board approved lighting and varnish work on a pedestrian bridge on Four Mile Road. The council directed staff to draft an ordinance regarding commercial use of city sports facilities.
- Public safetyMosquito Control Fly Balls Distribution
Dec 9, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council met on December 9, 2025, and approved routine consent agenda items including bills and financial reports. The council then voted on several substantive matters: approving a revised Sewer Only Customer Policy, appointing Joe Ribaudo to the Library Advisory Board, authorizing up to $1,900 for a Mosquito Control training trip to Gainesville, and approving two park improvements—shades for Fields 4 and 5 at $60,480 and replacement spider netting for the sports complex at $35,088.68. The Planning Department presented updates to the Land Development Code and Code Enforcement ordinance, both of which passed first reading and will be advertised for second reading. The council also approved a lighting plan for government buildings in three phases totaling $203,700, starting with Phase 1 at $83,750 for the Veteran's Memorial, Casey Park, and Barrier Free Park. The Fidelity Trust property on Highway 331 South was approved for first reading as a small-scale amendment and rezoning from low-density residential to mixed-use/general commercial. Crystal Lake, a mixed-use development with 242 single-family homes and 158 townhomes on 165.33 acres along Black Creek Boulevard, was approved. The Owls Head South planned development revision was approved with a reduction in projected residential density from 2,400 to 2,100 units. A Local Mitigation Strategy resolution was adopted to support FEMA reimbursement eligibility. Kaycee Smith received the Employee of the Month award, and the Christmas Parade was rescheduled to December 13 at 5:15 pm.
- Public safetyDODD Courses—Mosquito Control Training
- Public safetyMosquito Control Travel—Personal Vehicle Mileage Reimbursement
Sep 25, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council met on September 25, 2025, and approved several routine administrative matters on the consent agenda, including revised job descriptions and financial reports. The council adopted a new notary policy, approved Community Center rental terms with a base fee of $500 for 8-hour rentals (increased from $250), ratified a multiyear utility rate resolution, awarded interim financing to Renasant Bank for the wastewater treatment facility expansion, approved a retiree health benefits category, designated locations for Rotary-sponsored rescue tubes at Marse Landing and Four Mile Creek, approved permits for the Boo Dash 5K fundraiser for St. Jude and a combined Trunk or Treat/Night at the Park event, adopted ordinances revising code enforcement procedures and rezoning property for the Grow With Us project, and enacted a grease trap control ordinance to protect the city's sewer system. The council also identified 2026 legislative priorities—the Bulldog Road sewer project, the 3280 Water Tower project, and Marquis Way East—and heard updates on a new teen library opening in spring 2026 and the launch of a Wednesday/Thursday mosquito control spray schedule.
- Public safetyMosquito Control Update and Spray Program Launch
Jul 31, 2025Council
Budget Workshop
The Freeport City Council held a budget workshop on July 31, 2025, to discuss the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget priorities. Finance Director Bowers presented highlights including proposals for additional staff in planning, utility billing, streets, parks, water, and wastewater departments. Key discussion points included whether to fund two extra sheriff's deputies at $220,000 per year (some council members raised concerns about already paying the county for coverage), funding for street lighting improvements, pay structure changes to address low-end wages, and insurance benefits increases. The council directed staff to work on a revised pay proposal that would raise the minimum wage to $20 per hour across all city departments, apply a 4% cost-of-living adjustment, and explore increasing the city's contribution to employee health insurance to help with recruitment and retention. A final budget was to be brought back Monday for approval.
- Public safetyAdditional Sheriff's Deputies
Jul 24, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council held a regular meeting on July 24, 2025, swearing in newly elected officials and conducting routine business. The council approved purchases including a new server, AED devices, and a voltage regulator for sewer operations. They awarded a contract for the Bay Area Sewer Expansion project to the low bidder pending funding solutions, set the tentative property tax millage rate, and authorized the city manager to execute a utility service agreement with a developer that includes water capacity fee payments and cost-sharing for water line extensions. The council also adopted zoning amendments for the Sparkleberry project and received an update on the Ronnie Brannon Memorial Park phasing plan.
- Public safetyPurchase of AEDs for City Properties
May 13, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council held a regular meeting on May 13, 2025, where they approved several consent agenda items including budget amendments and resolutions. Key decisions included supporting rural area of opportunity redesignation, discontinuing county mosquito control service and hiring an in-house director, approving a skate park conceptual plan study, accepting a resolution for wastewater revenue bonds, denying an annexation request for the Oaks at Black Creek, approving air conditioning repair at the sports complex, allowing the Rotary Club to install rescue tube stations at parks, establishing a city code enforcement framework, approving community center change orders, funding lift station communications equipment, and establishing a sewer-only customer policy. The council also approved sponsorship of the Walton County Fair and directed staff to explore signage options for the Regional Sports Complex.
- Public safetyMosquito Control Program Transition
- Public safetyMosquito Control Director Position Approval
Apr 24, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council met on April 24, 2025, to approve various city business including contracts, development projects, and infrastructure improvements. The council approved a postage meter contract with Quadient, authorized design work for a sidewalk project on 331 Business with a $168,000 grant award, set pricing for the new Community Center, adopted zoning and future land use changes for the Carr property (a major 3,500-acre long-range development), approved two large residential development projects (Crews Holdings and Hidden Bayou), and authorized purchases for recreational safety improvements at the Sports Complex. The council tabled two annexation proposals (Hidden Cove and The Oaks at Black Creek) due to concerns about creating legal enclaves and planning complications. Other approvals included a waste management contract (tabled pending county negotiations), water well upgrades, a monument for a fallen deputy, and updated land development code language.
- Public safetyMonument for Deputy William May
Apr 8, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council met on April 8, 2025, to approve routine administrative items and discuss several property and service matters. The council approved a contract to purchase a commercial property for $1.15 million, contingent on council ratification of closing documents and appraisals showing values of $750,000 and $815,000. They also authorized an irrigation well purchase for the community center, approved the final plat for Magnolia at The Bluffs Phase 3 development (129 single-family lots), and allowed use of the pickleball courts for a Fire and Rescue Cadet Classic fundraiser. The council decided to withdraw from the North Walton Mosquito Control contract effective September 30, 2025, and directed staff to prepare an ordinance confirming this decision. Additionally, they directed staff to coordinate with the Sheriff's office regarding traffic management for summer season starting Memorial Day weekend, and discussed safety improvements needed at the Sports Complex parking area.
- Public safetyWithdrawal from North Walton Mosquito Control
Mar 26, 2025Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Freeport City Council held a regular meeting on March 26, 2025, where members approved several routine items on the consent agenda and then considered additional matters including infrastructure projects and property acquisitions. The council authorized a new contract with the Walton County Sheriff's Office, signed a letter of intent to acquire the Lucky Star property to expand the City Complex, approved an easement on Marquis Way East, and funded two emergency repairs: a crosswalk at the Elementary School and a critical water line that ruptured under Highway 331 South. During public comment, residents expressed concerns about a proposed asphalt plant that may locate near Freeport, citing traffic safety, environmental, and property value concerns. The council encouraged citizens to contact their County Commissioner about the issue.
- Public safetyWalton County Sheriff's Office Work Detail Contract

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