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CITY OF FREEPORT NOTICE

City Hall has relocated its offices to
524 West Stephenson Street, 3rd Floor, Freeport, Illinois  

Please use rear entrance located at the parking lot of the 524 Building for City Hall business. The Water and Sewer Department is located off the elevator to the right.

Water and Sewer Drop Box is located in the rear of the building using the Green Street north parking lot entrance

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City of Freeport Calendar of Meetings for 2012

Neighborhood Watch Meeting Schedule

City of Freeport Job Openings

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AREA EVENTS

Area Events provided by the Freeport/Stephenson County Convention and Visitors Bureau - view link

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PROPERTY TAX BILLS

The 2010 Stephenson County Real Estate Tax Bills have been issued and are due on; 1st Installment due by June 17, 2011 and 2nd Installment due by September 2, 2011.

How much of my tax bill is directed to the City of Freeport corporate fund?

To view the answer, see link.

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In 2010, the City of Freeport received property taxes on a home valued at $130,000, located in the City limits, and owner occupied in the amount of $370.

Based on taxes that are due in 2011, the City of Freeport's share of property taxes on this same home is $378.

To view a chart showing how the other taxing bodies will share the 2010 property taxes:
see link.

To view a summary on how the tax rates and amounts paid to the different taxing bodies have changed from 2004 to 2009, see link.

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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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STATE OF THE CITY

On August 1, 2011, Mayor George Gaulrapp presented the State of the City to the Freeport City Council and the broadcasting audiuence of the council meeting on Comcast Channel 17. To read a copy of the speech, please follow this link to:
State of the City 2011

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PROSPERING TOGETHER

Over the next three months, people from all walks of life throughout Stephenson County will be participating in an effort to develop a common vision and goals for the future of our communities. The first step in this effort involves listening and learning. Our goal is to talk to as many people as possible about their communities - what they love about them already and what their dreams are for the future. Please watch the media networks for community meetings. The government meetings, from elected officials to public works and public safety employees to administrative staff and managers will held in Lena, Pearl City, Dakota, Orangeville, Freeport, and German Valley - see link for schedule. For further information visit: http://www.prosperingtogether.org

View Agenda of Prospering Together

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Appropriation Ordinance, Fiscal Year 2011-2012 for the
City of Freeport, Illinois adopted on May 16, 2011 - view link

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Landscape Waste Disposal Program - 2011

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FREEPORT MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT HOTLINE: 1-800-942-2555

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OPENINGS ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

The following Boards and Commissions have vacancies: NONE AT THIS TIME

For the first time in 15 years, the positions on the Boards and Commissions have been filled. In preparing for future vacancies, please consider presenting your name and background information to the Administrative Assistant to the Mayor.

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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

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Albertus Airport (FEP)New Corporate Hangars- view brochure

• New Corporate Hangars 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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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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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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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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Freeport City Hall
524 W. Stephenson St.
Freeport, IL 61032
Phone: 815-235-8200 or 815-235-8203