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Comprehensive Plan adopted April 5, 2010
Neighborhood Watch Meeting Schedule
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Area Events
Area Events provided by: The Freeport/Stephenson County Convention and Visitors Bureau - view link
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Landscape Waste Program and Collection Guidelines issued by:
Moring-Gills Environmental Services - view summary
For further information visit the link above to "Living in Freeport" --- Garbage/Recycling website page. View Link
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Electronics Recycling Collection Offered
An Electronics Recycling Collection will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Highland Community College Parking Lot B.
The Electronics Recycling Collection is sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension and the Stephenson County Health Department. There is no fee for this collection and the collection is open to the public. Items that will be accepted at the collection include: Televisions, CRT and LCD monitors, computers, laptops, printers, scanners, fax machines, copiers, VCRs, keyboards, mice, DVD players, stereos, speakers, microwaves, miscellaneous cables, computer parts and peripherals, telephones, cell phones, PDAs, game counsels, and handheld electronic devices (iPods, cd players, game boys). Only items on the list will be accepted.
Why should we, as consumers, recycle our old electronic devices? First of all, it is now required by law. As of January 1, 2012, The State of Illinois officially banned electronic products from landfills. Public Act 97-0287 Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act outlines the details of the ban. Second of all, it is the right thing to do. The Electronics Recycling Collection is sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension and the Stephenson County Health Department. For more information about this event or other recycling opportunities please call the University of Illinois Extension at (815) 235-4125 or visit our website at web.extension.illinois.edu/jsw.
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Pearl City Road, Kiwanis Drive and Forest Road Intersection Improvements
Executive Summary - view report presented to the corporate authorities of the City of Freeport on July 9, 2012 at a Committee of the Whole Meeting, July 16, 2012 at a City Council Meeting and January 3, 2013 at a special City Council Meeting- View report
To review minutes of these meeting, please visit our quick links on right for
Meeting Calendar and Committee of the Whole Meetings
VIEW LINK TO INTERSECTION SIMULATION
(actual timing of the motor vehicles has been increased for better visualization)
provided by Ourston Roundabout Engineering, Inc
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Albertus Airport (FEP)New Corporate Hangars- view brochure
- Corporate Hangars built in 2009
- Erect-a-Tube All Metal Hangar
- 65' W / 62' deep (bay floor space)
- 64'6" W Clear Opening, 18' Height (bay door)
- Fully Insulated with Concrete Floor
- Well-Lighted Inside and Outside
- $450 per month - Lease plus electric
To view photo gallary: Gallery 1, Gallery 2, and Gallery 3 For more information on Albertus Airport - view link
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PROPERTY TAX BILLS
The 2011 Stephenson County Real Estate Tax Bills were mailed recently by the Stephenson County Treasurer and are due on; 1st Installment due by June 8, 2012 and 2nd Installment due by September 7, 2012. How much of my tax bill is directed to the City of Freeport corporate fund? To view the answer, see link.
In 2011, the City of Freeport received property taxes on a home valued at $146,000, located in the City limits, and owner occupied in the amount of $378.46. Based on taxes that are due in 2012, the City of Freeport's share of property taxes on this same home is $378.20. To view a chart showing how the other taxing bodies will share the 2011 property taxes that are payable in 2012: see link.
Freeport Sales Tax Rates
Freeport Sales Tax Rates: Effective January 1, 2010, the sales tax rate for general merchandise for the City of Freeport is 8%. For prepared foods which are subject to the City's food and beverage tax, the rate is 9 1/4%.
Sales tax charts may be purchased from the Illinois Retail Merchants Association.
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STARTING A BUSINESS IN FREEPORT?
Looking to start a business in the Freeport area? Follow this link for some helpful information: Business Start-Up Brochure
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For more information on the Freeport Mosquito Abatement District
please visit the Stephenson County Website using this link: Mosquito
Call the Mosquito Control Hotline @ 1-800-942-2555
- To be notified prior to a Mosquito Control application.
- To report possible mosquito breeding areas, such as standing water or stagnant water or unkempt swimming pools.
- To report any mosquito annoyances in your area.
- For further information regarding the Clarke Mosquito Control Program and what products are being utilized.
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ELECTRICAL AGGREGATION
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Electric Municipal Aggregation Program
Electric Aggregation Letters Mailed To Freeport Residents 06/20/2012
WHEN DO WE NEED A BUILDING PERMIT?
Effective May 16, 2011 no permit will be required for minor repairs or alterations which do not involve structural changes, installation of new units or connections and which do not exceed $1,500 in cost. Please note that this change does not apply to plumbing, electrical, or HVAC work, which still require permits for smaller jobs. Posted by:
Shelly R. Griswold, Community Development Director
NOTICE REGARDING TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS AND BUILDING PERMITS
Effective May 16, 2011, work performed for tax supported or tax exempt organizations is no longer exempt from the payment of a permit fee under the Building Code. Posted by: Shelly R. Griswold, Community Development Director
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PROSPERING TOGETHER
The Midwest is working as one region to connect its residents through improved high-speed and intercity passenger rail service. Connecting the metropolitan areas of the region, such as Chicago, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, Des Moines, Detroit, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Madison, Minneapolis- St Paul and St. Louis, to each other through rail will create new jobs, stimulate private investment, expand transportation options and reduce our environmental impact.
For more information, please visit this link: Midwest High-Speed Rail
RAWLEIGH LINKS: Renew Rawleigh or ARTSPACE
The City of Freeport is part of the Rawleigh Collaboration Team--a community-driven effort to renovate and reuse the historic Rawleigh Industrial Complex in downtown Freeport, Illinois. Visit www.renewrawleigh.com to learn more.
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524 W. Stephenson St.
Freeport, IL 61032
Phone: 815-235-8200 or 815-235-8203
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