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CITY • Brazoria County, TX
City of Freeport
Population / Scale
10,635
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.474988
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$13.7M
+3.1% YoY • +17.5% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$10.56M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.2 pts
1Y: +0.4 pts • 10Y: -1.1 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -4.2 pts
66.8 (C) → 62.6 (C)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.1% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +3.4%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+17.5% (5Y)
10Y: +39.4% • Since '00: +143.6%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.1250
FY 22: $0.6000 → FY 27: $0.4750
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 66.8 (C)'10: 64.8 (C)'17: 63.7 (C)'22: 62.8 (C)'27: 62.6 (C)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $5.6M'10: $7.9M'17: $9.8M'22: $11.7M'27: $13.7M
Elected & Governing Officials (5)
JD
Jarvis Davis
Councilmember, Place 2
jarvis.davis@freeporttx.gov
JC
Jerry Cain
Mayor
jcain@freeporttx.gov
LM
Larry McDonald
Councilmember, Place 1
larry.mcdonald@freeporttx.gov
NM
Nicolasa Mireles
Councilmember, Place 3
nicolasa.mireles@freeporttx.gov
WR
Winston Rossow
Councilmember, Place 4
wrossow@freeport.tx.us
Charter & Enabling Framework
City of Freeport Home Rule Charter (PART I - HOME RULE CHARTER)
Official Home Rule Charter of City of Freeport Home Rule Charter (PART I - HOME RULE CHARTER) hosted on Municode Library.
OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Freeport Home Rule Charter (PART I - HOME RULE CHARTER) Source Repository: https://library.municode.com/tx/freeport/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIHORUCH Last Codified Supplement: 2026-03-10
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.1% YoYFreedom Score: 62.6 (C)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Freeport
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($13,714,591) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.474988 per $100 valuation) for City of Freeport. Source: Brazoria County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$13.7M
General Fund
$8.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$1,290
Public Safety: $4.6M (33%)
0Public Works: $3.9M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.474988 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+1.9% YoYFreedom Score: 62.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-2772) — City of Freeport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($13,303,513) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.514210 per $100 valuation) for City of Freeport.
Total Appropriation
$13.3M
General Fund
$8.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$1,251
Public Safety: $4.4M (33%)
0Public Works: $3.8M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.51421 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.2% YoYFreedom Score: 62.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Freeport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($13,051,170) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.514967 per $100 valuation) for City of Freeport.
Total Appropriation
$13.1M
General Fund
$8.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$1,227
Public Safety: $4.3M (33%)
0Public Works: $3.7M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $1.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.514967 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.3% YoYFreedom Score: 62.5 (C)• Adopted Sep 6, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Freeport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Freeport (Brazoria County) totaling $12,528,723. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5330 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$12.5M
General Fund
$8.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$1,178
Public Safety: $4.1M (33%)
0Public Works: $3.5M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $1.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5330 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.9% YoYFreedom Score: 62.5 (C)• Adopted Sep 6, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Freeport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Freeport (Brazoria County) totaling $12,127,309. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.6000 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$12.1M
General Fund
$7.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$1,140
Public Safety: $4.0M (33%)
0Public Works: $3.4M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $1.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.6000 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$13.71M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.9MPer Capita: $1,290Tax Rate: $0.474988Freedom: 62.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2026$13.30M(+1.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.6MPer Capita: $1,251Tax Rate: $0.51421Freedom: 62.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2025$13.05M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.5MPer Capita: $1,227Tax Rate: $0.514967Freedom: 62.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2024$12.53M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.1MPer Capita: $1,178Tax Rate: $0.5330Freedom: 62.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2023$12.13M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.9MPer Capita: $1,140Tax Rate: $0.6000Freedom: 62.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2022$11.68M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.6MPer Capita: $1,098Tax Rate: $0.6000Freedom: 62.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2021$11.38M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $1,070Tax Rate: $0.6042Freedom: 62.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2020$10.94M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.1MPer Capita: $1,028Tax Rate: $0.608429Freedom: 63.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2019$10.55M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.8MPer Capita: $992Tax Rate: $0.619989Freedom: 63.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$10.16M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $955Tax Rate: $0.622469Freedom: 63.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$9.84M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.4MPer Capita: $925Tax Rate: $0.618734Freedom: 63.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$9.55M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.2MPer Capita: $898Tax Rate: $0.618734Freedom: 63.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$9.25M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.0MPer Capita: $869Tax Rate: $0.616259Freedom: 64.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$8.91M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $838Tax Rate: $0.615643Freedom: 64.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$8.61M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $810Tax Rate: $0.620568Freedom: 64.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$8.36M(+2.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $786Tax Rate: $0.624291Freedom: 64.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$8.14M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.3MPer Capita: $766Tax Rate: $0.620545Freedom: 64.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$7.92M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.1MPer Capita: $745Tax Rate: $0.621786Freedom: 64.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$7.70M(+3.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.0MPer Capita: $724Tax Rate: $0.622408Freedom: 64.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$7.46M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.8MPer Capita: $702Tax Rate: $0.620541Freedom: 65.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$7.16M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.6MPer Capita: $673Tax Rate: $0.623644Freedom: 65.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$6.98M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.5MPer Capita: $656Tax Rate: $0.623644Freedom: 65.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$6.71M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $631Tax Rate: $0.623644Freedom: 65.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$6.45M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $606Tax Rate: $0.629257Freedom: 66 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$6.23M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.0MPer Capita: $586Tax Rate: $0.62674Freedom: 66.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$6.00M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.9MPer Capita: $564Tax Rate: $0.625487Freedom: 66.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$5.80M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.8MPer Capita: $546Tax Rate: $0.621734Freedom: 66.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$5.63M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.7MPer Capita: $529Tax Rate: $0.621734Freedom: 66.8 (C)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Ord. 2026-2774 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2774: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, DESIGNATING AND CONTINUING THE BRAZOSPORT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE CITY OF FREEP
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, DESIGNATING AND CONTINUING THE BRAZOSPORT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ...
Ord. 2026-09-21-2026-1469 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3073 waiving rental and facility fees for SuperFeast’s use of RiverPlace from November 23 through November 27, 2026.
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3073 waiving rental and facility fees for SuperFeast’s use of RiverPlace from November 23 throug...
Ordinance No. 2026-2774 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2774 authorizing the City of Freeport to enter into an Industrial District Agreement with BASF Corporation, The Dow Chemical Company, Brock Stratton Ridge LLC, the City of Lake Jackson, and th
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2774 authorizing the City of Freeport to enter into an Industrial District Agreement with BASF Co...
Ord. 2026-2773 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 78/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2773: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING A TAX RATE FOR EACH $100.00 VALUATION OF TAXABLE PROPERTY FOR THE 2026 TAX YEAR; LEVYING ALL TAXES FOR SAID CITY FOR SUCH TAX YEAR; ALLOCATING SUCH TAXES FOR CERT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING A TAX RATE FOR EACH $100.00 VALUATION OF TAXABLE PROPERTY FOR THE 2026 TAX YEAR; LEVYING ALL TAXES FOR...
Ord. 2026-2772 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2772: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, ANNUAL GOVERNMENTAL AND PROPRIETARY FUNDS BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2026, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2027; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CI
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, ANNUAL GOVERNMENTAL AND PROPRIETARY FUNDS BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2026,...
Ordinance No. 2026-2772 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and possible action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2772 adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget.
Consideration and possible action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2772 adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget....
Ordinance No. 2026-2773 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2773 establishing a Tax Rate for the 2026 Tax Year.
Consideration and possible action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2773 establishing a Tax Rate for the 2026 Tax Year....
Ord. 2026-09-08-2026-1257 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are located by
Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at ...
Ord. 2026-09-08-2026-1457 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3072 to waive fees associated with the use of the Freeport Municipal Park and the Freeport RiverPlace for the Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Brazoria County Grand Parade and Fest
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3072 to waive fees associated with the use of the Freeport Municipal Park and the Freeport River...
Ord. 2026-2026-1430 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Public Hearing: Regarding the 2026 Tax Rate - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director
Public Hearing: Regarding the 2026 Tax Rate - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director...
Ord. 2026-2026-1341 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action on setting the City of Freeport proposed 2026 tax rate, setting the public hearing, and directing staff to publish the Notice of Proposed 2026 Tax Rate.
Consideration and possible action on setting the City of Freeport proposed 2026 tax rate, setting the public hearing, and directing staff to publish the Notice ...
Ord. 2026-2025-367 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3064 updating the City of Freeport Master Fee Schedule.
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3064 updating the City of Freeport Master Fee Schedule....
Ord. 2026-08-17-2026-1336 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3065 adopting Chapter 5.27 AI Policy.
Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3065 adopting Chapter 5.27 AI Policy....
Ord. 2026-2771 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2771: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, ADOPTING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2025 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, WHICH BUDGET WAS APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL AS ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, ADOPTING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2025 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2...
Ord. 2026-2770 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2770: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2026-2767, WHICH CALLED A RECALL ELECTION FOR THE OFFICE OF MAYOR; CALLING A RECALL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE UNIFORM ELECTION DATE OF TUESDAY, NOVEMBE
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2026-2767, WHICH CALLED A RECALL ELECTION FOR THE OFFICE OF MAYOR; CALLING A RECALL ELECTION...
Ordinance No. 2026-2771 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2771 for Budget Amendment No.3 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2771 for Budget Amendment No.3 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026....
Ordinance No. 2026-2770 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2770 amending Ordinance No. 2026-2767 for the November 3, 2026 Recall Election - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary
Action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2770 amending Ordinance No. 2026-2767 for the November 3, 2026 Recall Election - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary...
Ord. 2026-2767 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2767: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, CONTAINING A PREAMBLE; CALLING A RECALL ELECTION, FOR THE FIRST SATURDAY IN MAY, 2026, THE UNIFORM ELECTION DATE, BEING NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR AN ELECTION TO RECALL THE POSITIO
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, CONTAINING A PREAMBLE; CALLING A RECALL ELECTION, FOR THE FIRST SATURDAY IN MAY, 2026, THE UNIFORM ELECTION DATE, B...
Ordinance No. 2026-2767 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2767 calling a Recall Election for the Office of Mayor to be held on November 3, 2026.
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2767 calling a Recall Election for the Office of Mayor to be held on November 3, 2026....
Ord. 2026-07-06-2026-1119 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consideration and possible action to Accept the Texas General Land Office (GLO) CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program Grant, Contract No. 23-160-208-F790, in the Amount of $250,000 for the Development and Adoption of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Aut
Consideration and possible action to Accept the Texas General Land Office (GLO) CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program Grant, Contract No. 23-160-208-F790, in t...
Ord. 2026-07-06-2026-1140 • Traffic & ThoroughfaresOverreach: 58/100
Consideration and possible action approving a budget amendment for Main Street Board training services related to the Main Street America Four-Point Approach and board roles and responsibilities.
Consideration and possible action approving a budget amendment for Main Street Board training services related to the Main Street America Four-Point Approach an...
Ord. 2026-06-25-2026-1098 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074: Personnel Matters: to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear a complaint or char
Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074: Personnel Matters: to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, ...
Ord. 2026-2769 • General RegulationOverreach: 52/100
Ordinance No. 2026-2769: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE 2025-2756 ESTABLISHING SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND DEADLINES FOR ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA; CONTAINING A SEVERANCE CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING THA
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FREEPORT, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE 2025-2756 ESTABLISHING SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND DEADLINES FOR ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON THE CITY COUN...
Ordinance No. 2026-2769 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2769 amending Ordinance No. 2025-2756 Establishing Procedures and Deadlines for Items to be Placed on the City Council Agenda.
Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2769 amending Ordinance No. 2025-2756 Establishing Procedures and Deadlines for Items to be Place...
Ord. 2026-06-15-2026-864 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 1.) Review city attorney’s contract (Councilwoman Mireles)
Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 1.) Review city attorney’s contract (Councilwoman Mireles)...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2026-05-14
May 2026 City of Freeport Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 1,373 (19.0% of 7,231 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Councilmember, Place 1
Larry McDonald WINNER
100.0% (1,208 votes)Councilmember, Place 2
Jarvis Davis WINNER
100.0% (1,208 votes)Councilmember, Place 3
Nicolasa Mireles WINNER
100.0% (1,208 votes)Mayor
Jerry Cain WINNER
100.0% (1,208 votes)Councilmember, Place 4
Winston Rossow WINNER
100.0% (1,208 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,229 (17.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
60.0% (737 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (492 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,025 (28.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
62.0% (1,256 votes)Michael R. Vance
38.0% (769 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,663 (23.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
64.0% (1,064 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
36.0% (599 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,025 (28.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
59.0% (1,195 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
41.0% (830 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,880 (26.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
65.0% (1,222 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
35.0% (658 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,591 (22.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
69.0% (1,098 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (493 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,519 (21.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
69.0% (1,048 votes)Michael R. Vance
31.0% (471 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,519 (21.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
63.0% (957 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
37.0% (562 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,446 (20.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
57.0% (824 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
43.0% (622 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,085 (15.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
54.0% (586 votes)Michael R. Vance
46.0% (499 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,012 (14.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
64.0% (648 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (364 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,085 (15.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
58.0% (629 votes)David C. Morales
42.0% (456 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,085 (15.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
55.0% (597 votes)Michael R. Vance
45.0% (488 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,097 (29.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
55.0% (1,153 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
45.0% (944 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,736 (24.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
67.0% (1,163 votes)David C. Morales
33.0% (573 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,025 (28.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
71.0% (1,438 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
29.0% (587 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,880 (26.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
60.0% (1,128 votes)David C. Morales
40.0% (752 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,229 (17.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
55.0% (676 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
45.0% (553 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,025 (28.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
54.0% (1,094 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (931 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,242 (31.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
72.0% (1,614 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (628 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,446 (20.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
60.0% (868 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (578 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,097 (29.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
71.0% (1,489 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (608 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,663 (23.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
62.0% (1,031 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (632 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 City of Freeport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,519 (21.0% of 7,232 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Jerry Cain WINNER
68.0% (1,033 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
32.0% (486 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (354)
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City of Freeport City Council Regular Meeting
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6: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn5: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - September 21, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1288: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1289: Invocation - Councilman2026-1290: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1291: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-1292: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-1296: Employee Recognitions – Employee of the Month; Lt. Justin Davison; Ricky Swango; Timothy Richert; Robert Phillips; and Paris Deleon – Dr. Danielle Kelly, City Manager2026-1298: Upcoming Events -Nickelodeon Worldwide Day of Play, September 26, Freeport Museum, 11:00AM-4:00PMHaunting Tales of the Texas Coast, Now—October 31, Freeport Museum, 10:00AM-4:00PMHispanic Heritage Month Exhibit, Now—October 15, Freeport Museum, 10:00AM-4:Item-10: Consent Agenda:2026-1305: Action regarding Minutes, September 8, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-1564: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through August 31, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-13: Business2026-1509: Consideration and possible action to renew the annual contract with the Brazoria County SPCA for animal services and approve the associated payment schedule.2026-1565: Consideration and possible action approving the Texas A&M Forest Service Training Aids Grant.Item-18: Work Session2026-1299: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-1300: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-1301: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-1469: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3073 waiving rental and facility fees for SuperFeast’s use of RiverPlace from November 23 through November 27, 2026.2026-1302: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-1303: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-1304: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-25: Executive Session2026-1360: Executive Session regarding a.) Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), the City Council will convene into closed executive session to seek the advice of the City Attorney regarding legal matters, duties, and obligaItem-27: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1361: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-29: Adjournment2026-1295: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1490: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2774 authorizing the City of Freeport to enter into an Industrial District Agreement with BASF Corporation, The Dow Chemical Company, Brock Stratton Ridge LLC, the City of Lake Jackson, and th2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - September 08, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1253: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1254: Invocation - Councilman2026-1255: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1256: Matters Subsequent to Posting.Item-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-1263: Upcoming Events -16th Annual KidFest, September 12, Historic Downtown Freeport, 3:00P.M.-7:00P.M.Haunting Tales of the Texas Coast, September 12-October 31, Freeport Museum, 10:00AM-4:00PMHispanic Heritage Month Exhibit, September 15-October 15, Freeport 2026-1348: Proclamation Recognizing September 15 through October 15, 2026, as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Freeport - Jerry Cain, MayorItem-10: Consent Agenda:2026-1270: Action regarding Minutes, August 17, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-1400: Action approving changing the date of the first meeting in November 2026 due to Dia de los Muertos Procession to Tuesday, November 3, 2026 - Maria Lopez, Main Street Coordinator2026-1434: Action approving Resolution No. 2026-3066 to allow the Police Chief to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Trinity Charter Schools to establish procedures and expectations regarding school safety planning and emergency response coordination - Jennifer2026-1435: Action approving Resolution No. 2026-3067 to authorize a Right of Entry Agreement with Sweet T’s Diner for the Cruise for Cancer event on September 19, 2026 - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City ManagerItem-15: Public Hearings2026-1429: Public Hearing: Regarding the FY2026-2027 Annual Budget - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-18: Business2026-1456: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3068 to ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget.2026-1436: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3069 appointing a member to the Senior Citizens Commission.2024-422: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3070 appointing Kenneth Hayes as the City of Freeport's representative to the Brazosport Water Authority.2026-1338: Consideration and possible action by City Council approving items for surplus and authorize the sale with an online auction using Public Surplus.2026-1437: Consideration and possible action approving the proposed 2026 Illumination Light Locations.2026-1311: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3071 deeming property as surplus for destruction or donation.Item-28: Work Session2026-1264: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-1265: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-1266: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-1267: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-1268: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-1269: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-35: Executive Session2026-1258: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) DOW IDA Negotiations 2.) Discuss Attorney Advisory Opinion regarding Formal Ethics Complaint against Chair of the EDC BoardItem-37: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1259: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-39: Adjournment2026-1457: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3072 to waive fees associated with the use of the Freeport Municipal Park and the Freeport RiverPlace for the Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Brazoria County Grand Parade and Fest2026-1260: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1430: Public Hearing: Regarding the 2026 Tax Rate - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director2026-1431: Consideration and possible action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2772 adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget.2026-1432: Consideration and possible action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-2773 establishing a Tax Rate for the 2026 Tax Year.2026-1257: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are located by2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - August 17, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1069: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1070: Invocation - Councilman2026-1071: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1072: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-1073: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-1079: Upcoming Events - Cotton Spinning and Historic Textiles, August 29, Freeport Museum, 11:00AM-3:00PM16th Annual KidFest, September 12, Historic Downtown Freeport, 3:00P.M.-7:00P.M.Haunting Tales of the Texas Coast, September 12-October 31, Freeport Museum,Item-9: Consent Agenda:2026-1086: Action regarding Minutes, August 3, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-1139: Action approving changing the date of the first meeting in September 2026 due to Labor Day Holiday to Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-1306: Action approving Road Closures for the 16th Annual KidFest – Dare to Dream, Maria Lopez, Main Street Coordinator2026-1349: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through July 31, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director2026-1350: Action approving the Employee Holiday Calendar for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 - Clifton Beck, Human Resources Director2026-1351: Action approving Resolution No. 2026-3063 accepting the actions of the City of Freeport Employee Benefits Trust.- Clifton Beck, Human Resources DirectorItem-16: Business2026-1354: Consideration and possible action approving the Public Works Department purchase for 3 pieces of equipment to be used for streets/drainage/sidewalks.Item-21: Work Session2026-1080: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-1081: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-1336: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3065 adopting Chapter 5.27 AI Policy.2026-1082: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-1083: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-1084: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-1085: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-28: Executive Session2026-1074: 1) Meet in executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney): Covarrubias Lawsuit Update. 2) Meet in executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087. Deliberation Regarding Economic DevelItem-30: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1075: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-32: Adjournment2026-1076: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2025-367: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3064 updating the City of Freeport Master Fee Schedule.2026-1341: Consideration and possible action on setting the City of Freeport proposed 2026 tax rate, setting the public hearing, and directing staff to publish the Notice of Proposed 2026 Tax Rate.2026-08-03 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - August 03, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1051: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1052: Invocation - Councilman2026-1053: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1054: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-1055: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-1285: Proclamation Celebrating the 100-Year Anniversary of St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1061: Upcoming Events - "Snocial", August 4, Splash Pad in Downtown, 2:00P.M.-6:00P.M.16th Annual KidFest, September 12, Historic Downtown Freeport, 3:00P.M.-7:00P.M.Item-10: Consent Agenda:2026-1068: Action regarding Minutes, July 11, 2026 and July 20, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2025-1665: Action approving Resolution No. 2026-3061 for the Joint Election Agreement and Contract for Election Services with Brazoria County and the City of Freeport - Clarisa Fernandez, City SecretaryItem-14: Business2026-1309: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3062 to allow the Police Chief and Fire Chief enter into an updated Interlocal Agreement with Brazosport Independent School District.Item-17: Work Session2026-1062: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-1063: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-1064: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-1065: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-1066: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-1067: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-24: Executive Session2026-1056: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) Pending Lawsuits being defended by TML 2.) DOW IDA Negotiations Update 3.) Covarrubias Lawsuit Update.Item-26: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1057: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-28: Adjournment2026-1058: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1308: Action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2770 amending Ordinance No. 2026-2767 for the November 3, 2026 Recall Election - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-1307: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2771 for Budget Amendment No.3 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - July 20, 2026
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2026-1241: Action approving Resolution No. 2026-3059 re-affirming the City of Freeport's Investment Policy - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-1: Call to Order:2026-1026: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1027: Invocation - Councilman2026-1028: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1029: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-1030: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-1036: Upcoming Events -"Snocial", July 21, Freeport Splash Pad on 2nd Street, 2:00PM - 6:00PMShark Exhibit, All Summer, Freeport Historical Museum, Tuesday-Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PMItem-9: Consent Agenda:2026-1043: Action regarding Minutes, July 6, 2026 and July 8, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-1189: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through June 30, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director2026-1215: Action approving the Quarterly Investment Report for the FY26 Third Quarter, Ending June 30, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-14: Business2026-1209: Consideration and possible action regarding the continuation of the Axon Taser Agreement.2026-1252: Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution No. 2026-3060 engaging Hyde Kelley LLP to provide special counsel services related to industrial district matters; authorizing joint representation with the Cities of Lake Jackson and Clute; designatItem-17: Work Session2026-1037: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-1038: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-1039: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-1040: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-1041: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-1042: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-24: Executive Session2026-1031: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 1.) Six-month performance evaluation of City Manager. b.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) Update on Cause No. 125934-CV, ParItem-26: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1032: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-28: Adjournment2026-1033: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-07-11 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - July 11, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1160: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1161: Invocation - Councilman2026-1162: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1163: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-1164: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Workshop2026-1178: Discussion and review of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget.Item-9: Adjournment2026-1167: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-07-08 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - July 08, 2026
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2026-1145: Matters Subsequent to Posting.Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1142: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1143: Invocation - Councilman2026-1144: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1146: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Executive Session2026-1147: Executive Session regarding: Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 1.) Interview of City Attorney Applicant.Item-9: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1148: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-11: Adjournment2026-1149: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-07-06 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - July 06, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-952: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-953: Invocation - Councilman2026-954: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-955: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-956: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-962: Upcoming Events -"Snocial", July 7, Freeport Splash pad on 2nd Street, 2:00PM - 6:00PMShark Exhibit, All Summer, Freeport Historical Museum, Tuesday-Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PMStory Time, July 15, Freeport Historical Museum,11:00AMSenior Bingo, July 20, FreepItem-9: Business2026-1141: Consideration and possible action approving meeting minutes, June 13, 2026, June 15, 2026, and June 25, 2026.2026-1017: Consideration and possible action approving the proposed 2026 Illumination Light Locations.2026-1044: Consideration and possible action approving Resolutions appointing/reappointing members to various Boards and Commissions.2026-1118: Consideration and possible action to approve Resolution No. 2026-3058 authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Texas Water Development Board for the Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant Program for the Water Line Replacement and Fire ProtItem-17: Work Session2026-963: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-964: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-965: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-966: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-967: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-968: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-24: Executive Session2026-957: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 1.) Six-month performance evaluation of City Manager.Item-26: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-958: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-28: Adjournment2026-959: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1120: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2767 calling a Recall Election for the Office of Mayor to be held on November 3, 2026.2026-1119: Consideration and possible action to Accept the Texas General Land Office (GLO) CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program Grant, Contract No. 23-160-208-F790, in the Amount of $250,000 for the Development and Adoption of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Aut2026-1140: Consideration and possible action approving a budget amendment for Main Street Board training services related to the Main Street America Four-Point Approach and board roles and responsibilities.2026-06-25 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - June 25, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-1093: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1094: Invocation - Councilman2026-1095: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-1096: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-1097: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Executive SessionItem-9: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-1099: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-11: Adjournment2026-1100: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-1098: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074: Personnel Matters: to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear a complaint or char2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - June 15, 2026
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Item-29: Executive SessionItem-1: Call to Order:2026-859: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-860: Invocation - Councilman2026-875: City Manager announcements and comments.2026-861: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-862: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-863: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-868: Presentation of Annual Brazosport Tourism Report- Edith Fischer, Director of Tourism2026-869: Upcoming Events -Stars and Stripes, July 4, Historic Downtown Freeport, 9:00A.M.-1:00P.M.Fishing Fiesta, July 2-July 5, Freeport Municipal ParkFishing Fiesta Fireworks, July 3, Freeport Municipal Park, 9:00P.M.Item-10: Consent Agenda:2026-876: Action regarding Minutes, June 1, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-993: Action approving Road Closures for 4th of July, Stars and Stripes - Maria Lopez, Main Street Coordinator2026-1012: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through May 31, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director2026-1013: Action approving temporary road closure for BISD Varsity Football games at Hopper Field - Jennifer Howell, Police ChiefItem-15: Business2026-950: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3054 appointing board members to the Senior Citizens Commission.2026-1015: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3055 Establishing Procedures for Nominations and Appointments to Council-Appointed Boards and Positions.2026-1016: Consideration and possible action approving a Lease Agreement with Nelli's for the Antonelli’s Root Beer Stand.2026-949: City Attorney Update.2026-951: Discussion with city attorney about update work load, projects and progress made since he was hired in as Freeport attorney.Item-22: Work Session2026-870: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-871: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-872: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-873: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-874: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.Item-31: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-865: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-33: Adjournment2026-866: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-864: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 1.) Review city attorney’s contract (Councilwoman Mireles)2026-1014: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2769 amending Ordinance No. 2025-2756 Establishing Procedures and Deadlines for Items to be Placed on the City Council Agenda.2026-06-13 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - June 13, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-994: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-995: Invocation - Councilman2026-996: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-997: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-998: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Workshop2026-1018: Discussion and review of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 Budget.Item-9: Adjournment2026-1001: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-06-01 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - June 01, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-841: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-842: Invocation - Councilman2026-843: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-844: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-845: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-851: Upcoming Events -Juneteenth Exhibit, May 20-June 20, Freeport Historical MuseumShark Exhibit, All Summer 2026, Freeport Historical MuseumStory Time with the Freeport Library, June 10, Freeport Historical Museum, 11:00A.M.Fort Velasco Day, June 13, FreeporItem-9: Public HearingsItem-11: Business2026-858: Consideration and possible action approving minutes from May 11, 2026 and May 18, 2026.2026-937: Consideration and possible action to set the FY2026–2027 Budget Workshop Dates.2026-878: Consideration and possible action approving Resolutions appointing/reappointing members to various Boards and Commissions.2026-879: Consideration and possible action on the appointment of City Council Liaison for City of Freeport Boards and Commissions.2026-947: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3052 deeming property of the Freeport Police Department surplus for donation.2026-948: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3053 deeming property of the Freeport Police Department surplus.Item-22: Work Session2026-852: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-853: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-854: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-855: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-856: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-857: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-29: Executive Session2026-846: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) Utility Billing. 2.) Tax Abatements.Item-31: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-847: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-33: Adjournment2026-848: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-940: Discussion regarding amending Resolution No. 2025-2951 standard procedures to nominate and select positions for all Council appointed boards.2026-939: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3046 to amend section 9.07A Alternative to Overtime: Flextime to the Personnel Policy Manual.2026-926: Public Hearing: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2768 on the rezoning request within the 200 Block of South Avenue B, legally described as Velasco (Freeport), Block 12, Lots 13 through 19, from C-2 (General Commercial) to R-12026-926: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2768 on the rezoning request within the 200 Block of South Avenue B, legally described as Velasco (Freeport), Block 12, Lots 13 through 19, from C-2 (General Commercial) to R-1 (Single Family 2026-938: Discussion regarding amending Ordinance No. 2025-2756 establishing specific procedures and deadlines for items to be placed on the City Council agenda.2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - May 18, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
2026-756: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.Item-1: Call to Order:2026-754: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-755: Invocation - Councilman2026-757: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-758: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-762: Employee Recognitions – Employee of the Month, Paul Pennington, Deputy Chief Fire Marshal, Fire Department - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City Manager2026-764: Upcoming Events -Juneteenth Exhibit, May 20-June 20, Freeport Historical MuseumToddler Takeover, May 20, Freeport Recreation Center, 10:00A.M.-12:00P.M.Fort Velasco Day, June 13, Freeport Historical Museum, 9:00A.M.-12:00P.M.Stars and Stripes, July 4, HisItem-10: Consent Agenda:2026-924: Action regarding Minutes for April 29, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-921: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through April 30, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director2026-922: Action approving the temporary road closure for the annual St. Mary Star of the Sea procession - Jennifer Howell, Police Chief2026-923: Action approving the temporary covering of no parking signs around FIS - Jennifer Howell, Police Chief2026-925: Action approving Resolution No. 2026-3044 authorizing the application to the Texas General Land Office (GLO) Beach Maintenance Reimbursement (BMR) Program and Designating the Finance Director as the Official with Full Authority to Act for the Purposes of 2026-920: Receive and File Kimley-Horn All-Way Stop Warrant Studies for Walnut Street Intersections - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City ManagerItem-17: BusinessItem-20: Work Session2026-765: Councilman McDonald Ward A announcements and comments.2026-766: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-767: Councilwoman Mireles Ward C announcements and comments.2026-768: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-769: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-770: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-27: Executive Session2026-927: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3045 to amend City of Freeport Policy 5.29 Academy Assistance Program.2026-759: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) IDA Discussion. 2.) TPWD Land Swap.Item-29: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-760: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-31: Adjournment2026-761: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-934: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2767 calling a Recall Election for the Office of Mayor to be held on November 3, 2026.2026-05-11 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - May 11, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-902: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-903: Invocation - Councilman2026-904: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-905: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-906: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-779: Recognition and Appreciation of outgoing Councilmembers for their service to the City - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City ManagerItem-9: Business2026-782: Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Council Members for Ward A and Ward C and sign the required affidavits.2026-783: Consideration and possible action of selecting a Mayor Pro Tem.Item-14: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-668: Presentation of Completed Golf Course Bathroom Renovations - Brian Dybala, Golf Course Director2026-817: Proclamation of the City of Freeport declaring May 3-9, 2026 as National Jailer and Correctional Officer Appreciation Week - Mayor Cain2026-818: Proclamation of the City of Freeport declaring May 11-16, 2026 as National Police Officer Week - Mayor Cain2026-669: Upcoming Events - Senior Citizens Commission Trip, May 15, RosenbergItem-19: Consent Agenda:2026-784: Action regarding Minutes, April 15, 2026 and April 20, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-786: Action approving Road Closures for Fort Velasco Day, Saturday, June 13th, 2026, from 8:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M - Loretta Caddy, Interim Museum Director2026-788: Action approving the Quarterly Investment Report for the FY26 Second Quarter, Ending March 31, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance Director2026-789: Action approving the iCAT Windstorm Insurance Policy renewal - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-24: Business2026-797: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3043 an Agreement with Village of Surfside Beach - Repayment of Water Overbilling.2026-790: Consideration and possible action on the approval of Texas A&M Forest Service Water Tender (Tender/Engine) Grant.2026-839: Discuss and take possible action to initiate an investigation of Councilman George Matamoros for LYING UNDER OATH @ trial with EDC, including TAX PAYER FUNDS recovery, administrative misconduct, and the authorization of a criminal referral for allegations2026-840: Discuss and consider possible action regarding a Resolution of Censure against Council Member Jerry Cain for vulgar, inappropriate, sexist, and perverted comments made to a fellow council member regarding a female resident in attendance at a public meetinItem-31: Work Session2026-670: Council Ward A announcements and comments.2026-671: Council Ward B announcements and comments.2026-672: Council Ward C announcements and comments.2026-673: Council Ward D announcements and comments.2026-674: Mayor announcements and comments.2026-675: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-38: Executive Session2026-664: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) IDA Discussion 2.) Briarwood Property Discussion 3.) TPWD Land Swap 4.) Cause No. 125934-CV 5.) Antonelli’s proposal 6.) Recall ElectionItem-40: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-908: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-42: Adjournment2026-909: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-780: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2764 canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the May 2, 2026 election.2026-781: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2765 canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the May 2, 2026 Charter Election.2026-798: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2766 Amending Chapter 124, “Short-Term Rental Facilities,” by Removing the 200-Foot Density Limitation.2026-778: Consideration and possible action approving Individual Project Order No. 2026-04 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for preparation of a Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) 2026 Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant (WSIG) Application.2026-04-29 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - April 29, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-799: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-800: Invocation - Councilman2026-801: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-802: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-803: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: BusinessItem-9: Executive SessionItem-10: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-805: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-12: Adjournment2026-806: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-816: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2763 calling a Recall Election to recall Mayor, Jerry Cain. Election for the City of Freeport, Texas.2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - April 20, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-378: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-379: Invocation - Councilman2026-380: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-381: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-382: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-745: Employee Recognitions - Employee of the Month, Genesis Martinez, Interim Human Resources Director, Human Resources Department - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City Manager2026-744: Recognition of Finance Department for Transparency Star Award in Traditional Finances - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City Manager2026-655: Presentation by BrooksWatson & Co. on the Audited Financial Report and Auditor’s Opinion for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, followed by consideration to receive and file - Mike Brooks, Partner2026-389: Upcoming Events -Riverfest, April 24-25Glow Zumba, April 29, Freeport Rec Center, 8:30AMItem-12: Consent Agenda:2026-386: Action regarding Minutes, March 31, 2026 and April 6, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-698: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through March 31, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-15: Business2026-331: Second reading: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3042 for an EDC Settlement Agreement.2026-676: Consideration and possible action approving the park closure for Take-A-Child Fishing Tournament on Saturday, May 9, 2026.2026-746: Discussion of 2026 Council Priorities Survey Results.2026-771: Consideration and possible action regarding the rescheduling of the first May 2026 meeting to May 7, 2026.2026-753: Consideration and possible action on CenterPoint's Distribution Cost Recovery Factor proposed settlement.Item-21: Work Session2026-390: Councilman Pena Ward A announcements and comments.2026-391: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-392: Councilman Matamoros Ward C announcements and comments.2026-393: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-394: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-395: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-28: Executive Session2026-383: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) Covarrubias litigation 2.) Industrial District 3.) Vencorex IDA.Item-30: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-384: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-32: Adjournment2026-385: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-04-15 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - April 15, 2026
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Item-12: Adjournment2026-707: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, MayorItem-1: Call to Order:2026-700: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-701: Invocation - Councilman2026-702: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-703: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-704: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Business2026-331: First reading: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3042 for an EDC Settlement Agreement.Item-9: Executive SessionItem-10: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-706: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.2026-04-06 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - April 06, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-332: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-333: Invocation - Councilman2026-334: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-335: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-336: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-537: Proclamation Celebrating the Outstanding Achievement of the Brazosport High School Boys Basketball Team - Mayor Cain2026-428: Proclamation of the City of Freeport declaring April 2026 as 'Fair Housing Month' - Mayor Cain2026-430: Proclamation of the City of Freeport declaring April 11-17, 2026 as Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week - Mayor Cain2026-431: Proclamation of the City of Freeport declaring April 12-18, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunicator Appreciation Week - Mayor Cain2026-655: Presentation by BrooksWatson & Co. on the Audited Financial Report and Auditor’s Opinion for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, followed by consideration to receive and file - Mike Brooks, Partner2026-343: Upcoming Events -City Transition to Hyper-Reach for Emergency NotificationsEl Nacimiento de Selena, April 11, Freeport Museum, 11:00AM-3:00PMReimagining Main Street, April 18, Freeport Museum, 9:00AM-11:00AM Community Clean-up, April 18, 431 West 4th St.,Item-14: Consent Agenda:2026-340: Action regarding Minutes, March 16, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-656: Action approving the updated Resolution No. 2026-3040 regarding the Cybersecurity Grant - Jennifer Howell, Police Chief2026-658: Action approving purchase of Motorola Radio Console equipment to be 100% reimbursed by grant funds - Jennifer Howell, Police ChiefItem-18: Business2026-652: Consideration and possible action approving the renewal of the Texas Main Street Program contract.2026-432: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3041 for property to be declared surplus and to be authorized for disposal through destruction in accordance with City policy.2026-331: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3042 for an EDC Settlement Agreement.2026-535: Consideration and possible action approving IPO No. 2026-03 with Kimley-Horn and Associates to design and coordinate relocating a water line for the TxDOT Gulf Boulevard/FM 523 project.2026-653: Consideration and possible action on the approval of a POD trailer Replacement Agreement between City of Freeport and the Brazoria County Health Department.2026-654: Consideration and possible action on the approval of Texas A&M Forest Service Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Grant.2026-657: Consideration and possible action approving Freeport Fire & EMS department surplus equipment donation to College of the Mainland.Item-27: Work Session2026-344: Councilman Pena Ward A announcements and comments.2026-345: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-346: Councilman Matamoros Ward C announcements and comments.2026-347: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-348: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-349: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-34: Executive Session2026-337: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) DOW IDA negotiations update 2.) Surfside Utility Billing Counteroffer.Item-36: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-338: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-38: Adjournment2026-339: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-516: Discussion and Take Action on 2nd street property with TPWD restrictions2026-03-31 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - March 31, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-498: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-499: Invocation - Councilman2026-500: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-501: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-502: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Business2026-651: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement for Operation, Maintenance and Management Services with Veolia Water North America-Central, LLC.2026-550: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3039 to approve Veolia temporary contract extension.Item-10: Executive Session2026-503: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) DOW IDA negotiations update 2.) Surfside Utility Billing Counteroffer.Legal Consultation and Real Property Deliberations – All City Properties, EDC LawItem-12: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-504: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-14: Adjournment2026-505: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - March 16, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-267: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-268: Invocation - Councilman2026-269: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-270: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-271: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-276: Employee Recognitions – Employee of the Month, Kelli Yates, Court Supervisor, Municipal Court- Dr. Danielle Kelly, City Manager2026-278: Upcoming Events -Move & Groove, Freeport Downtown, March 21, 7:30A.M.Blue Santa Annual Golf Fundraiser, Freeport Golf Course, March 27, 7:00A.M.-4:00P.M.Easter Eggstravaganza, Freeport Municipal Park, March 28, 9:00A.M.Community Cleanup, 431 West 4th StreItem-10: Consent Agenda:2026-275: Action regarding Minutes, March 2, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-400: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through February 28, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-13: Business2026-399: Consideration and possible action awarding RFQ# 2026-01 - Heritage House Architectural & Design Services to Slate Architecture.2026-401: Discussion and Direction: Development of 2026 City Council Strategic Priorities2026-397: Consider and take possible action to establish the Shonda Marshall Public Service Civic Award, a posthumous award to be presented annually to a Freeport resident who has demonstrated exemplary commitment to public service in the City of Freeport.2026-398: Consider and take possible action regarding Freeport’s City Branding Strategy.Item-21: Work Session2026-279: Councilman Pena Ward A announcements and comments.2026-280: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-281: Councilman Matamoros Ward C announcements and comments.2026-282: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-283: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-284: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-28: Executive Session2026-272: Executive Session regarding a.) Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) DOW IDA negotiations update.Legal Consultation and Real Property Deliberations – All City Properties, EDC Lawsuits and ALL Ongoing City Development AgreemeItem-30: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-273: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-32: Adjournment2026-274: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-396: Consider and take possible action to select alternate property substitution options and authorize all necessary actions to remove Open Space Program restrictions on the City-owned 25-acre tract located on Second Street.2026-402: Consideration and take possible action to waive the fee of the river place rental for the Brazosport high school prom.2026-350: Consideration and possible action adopting Resolution No. 2026-3038 Granting a Petition for Release from Extraterritorial Jurisdiction by Vernor Materials & Equipment Co, Inc.2026-03-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - March 02, 2026
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2026-222: Action regarding Minutes, February 13, 2026 and February 17, 2026-Clarisa Fernandez, City SecretaryItem-1: Call to Order:2026-214: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-215: Invocation - Councilman2026-216: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-217: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-218: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-324: Presentation by Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP regarding Collections-Mike Darlow and Hayden P. Bartley2026-225: Upcoming Events -Dinosaur George, Freeport Historical Museum, March 6 and 7, 10:00A.M.-4:00P.M.Watercolor Workshop, Freeport Recreation Center, March 6, 12:00P.M.-3:00P.M.Senior Citizens Egg-Stravaganza Prep Party, Freeport RiverPlace, March 16, 10:00A.M.Item-10: Consent Agenda:2026-323: Approval of Road Closures for Move & Groove Downtown, Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 7:00 AM- 10:00 AM-Main Street Coordinator, Maria LopezItem-13: Business2026-326: Consideration and possible action approving the purchase of dispatch radio console equipment.2026-327: Consideration and possible action for the purchase of an additional patrol vehicle for the Police Department.2026-330: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3037 for an Interlocal Agreement between the Cities of Clute, Freeport, and Lake Jackson for a Joint Industrial District Agreement.Item-19: Work Session2026-226: Councilman Pena Ward A announcements and comments.2026-227: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-228: Councilman Matamoros Ward C announcements and comments.2026-229: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-230: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-231: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-26: Executive SessionItem-27: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-220: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-29: Adjournment2026-221: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-328: Consideration and possible action to authorize Kimley-Horn to conduct Multi-Way Stop Control Analyses at Walnut Street & 7th Street and Walnut Street & 8th Street, and approval of a budget amendment in the total combined amount of $14,000.2026-325: Consideration and possible action approving a contingent fee contract with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP pursuant to Section 6.30 of the Tax Code, said contract being for the collection of delinquent government receivables owed to the City of 2026-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - February 17, 2026
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Item-33: Executive SessionItem-34: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-173: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-1: Call to Order:2026-167: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-168: Invocation - Councilman2026-169: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-170: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-171: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-177: Presentation: Overview of the Freeport Main Street Program and its Role in Freeport - Maria Lopez, Main Street Coordinator2026-178: Upcoming Events -Dinosaur George, Freeport Historical Museum, March 6 and 7, 10:00A.M.-4:00P.M.Senior Citizens Egg-Stravaganza Prep Party, Freeport RiverPlace, March 16, 10:00A.M.-12:00P.M.Move & Grove Downtown, Freeport Downtown, March 21, 7:30A.M.Item-10: Consent Agenda:2026-175: Action regarding Minutes, February 2, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-245: Action approving the Monthly Financial Report through January 31, 2026 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-13: Business2025-1663: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3033 adding Section 9.21 to the Personnel Policy Manual.2025-1664: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3034 adding Section 9.22 to the Personnel Policy Manual.2026-207: Consideration and possible action to authorize the establishment and recruitment of an Assistant City Manager position.2025-1590: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3035 to approve Veolia temporary contract extension.2026-211: Consideration and possible action to approve necessary generator utility upgrades at City Hall and the Service Center.2026-213: Consideration and possible action to approve a retainer agreement with Chase Consulting Solutions for grant writing services.2026-248: Consideration and possible action regarding Freeport Police Department Jail Renovation Proposals.2026-285: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3036 for an EDC Settlement Agreement.2026-133: Consider invoices from Olson & Olson.2026-234: Consider approving payment for civil service attorney specialist.2026-233: Discuss and take possible action to recommend a change of legal counsel to the Freeport Economic Development Corporation.Item-26: Work Session2026-179: Councilman Pena Ward A announcements and comments.2026-180: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-181: Councilman Matamoros Ward C announcements and comments.2026-182: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-183: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-184: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-36: Adjournment2026-174: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-212: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2761 to authorize Budget Amendment #2 for FY2025-2026.2026-02-13 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - February 13, 2026
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Item-1: Call to Order:2026-286: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-287: Invocation - Councilman2026-288: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-289: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-290: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: BusinessItem-9: Executive SessionItem-10: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-292: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-12: Adjournment2026-293: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-304: Consideration and possible action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2762 calling a Recall Election to recall Mayor of the City of Freeport, Jerry Cain in accordance with state and local election laws.2026-02-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Freeport City Council - February 02, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Call to Order:2026-75: Call to Order - Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-76: Invocation - Councilman2026-77: Pledges - Pledge of Allegiance to the United States; Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Texas.2026-78: Matters Subsequent to Posting.2026-79: Audience Participation – Anyone who has registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order and desires to address the City Council will be heard at this time, or during the discussion of an item listed on the agenda. These forms are locaItem-7: Proclamations - Presentations and Updates2026-85: Presentation of the annual TCOLE Racial Profiling Report 2025 - Jennifer Howell, Police Chief/Assistant City Manager2026-86: Upcoming Events -Just FOIA Live Date-February 2026Daddy Daughter Dance, February 6th, Freeport RiverPlace, 6:00P.M.-8:30P.M.Celebrating Black History Month, February 7th, Freeport Museum, 11:00A.M.-3:00P.M.80 Years of the Wednesday Review Club in FreeportItem-10: Consent Agenda:2026-83: Action regarding Minutes, January 16, 2026, and January 20, 2026 - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2025-1484: Action approving date change for the second City Council Meeting in February 2026 to Tuesday, February 17, 2026 due to President's Day Holiday - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-189: Action approving a Four Way Stop Sign Installation at the Intersection of 4th Street and Pecan Street - Dr. Danielle Kelly, City Manager2026-192: Action approving the Quarterly Investment Report for the FY26 First Quarter, Ending December 31, 2025 - Ashlee Hurst, Finance DirectorItem-17: Business2025-1621: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3024 appointing members to the Senior Citizens Commission.2025-994: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3025 appointing a member to the Beautification/ Parks and Recreation Board.2026-185: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3027 adding Section 9.23 to the Personnel Policy Manual.2025-1381: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3028 determining the methods of making Public Information Requests (PIR).2026-193: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3030 authorizing the application for an acceptance of State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program.2026-194: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3031 authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept grant funding from the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas under the FY2027 Criminal Justice Grant Program for the Portable 2026-195: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3032 authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept FY2027 Criminal Justice Grant Program funding from the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas for the Server Modernization Proj2026-166: Consideration and possible action awarding the annual fuel and alternative fuel contract to Senergy Petroleum, LLC.2026-186: Consideration and possible action awarding the annual janitorial services contract to Marsden South, LLC.2026-187: Consideration and possible action awarding the engagement of real estate representative contract to The Guess Group, Inc.2026-188: Consideration and possible action regarding repayment options for local sales and use tax overpayment of $139,671.50.Item-31: Work Session2026-190: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3029 amending section 9.01 Texas Municipal Retirement System of the Personnel Policy Manual.2026-87: Councilman Pena Ward A announcements and comments.2026-88: Councilman Davis Ward B announcements and comments.2026-89: Councilman Matamoros Ward C announcements and comments.2026-90: Councilman Rossow Ward D announcements and comments.2026-91: Mayor Jerry Cain announcements and comments.2026-92: City Manager announcements and comments.Item-38: Executive SessionItem-40: Reconvene into Open Session:2026-81: Take any action resulting from Executive Session.Item-42: Adjournment2026-82: Adjournment – Jerry Cain, Mayor2026-209: Action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2759 amending Ordinance No. 2026-2757 related to the May 2, 2026, General Election - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-210: Action approving Ordinance No. 2026-2760 amending Ordinance No. 2026-2758 related to the May 2, 2026, Special Election - Clarisa Fernandez, City Secretary2026-191: Consideration and possible action approving Resolution No. 2026-3026 to amend section 9.07A Alternative to Overtime: Flextime to the Personnel Policy Manual.2026-80: Executive Session regarding: Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1.) Discuss Industrial District Agreements. 2.) Discuss Surfside Water Billing updates.