01-06-2025 City Council Highlights

FREEPORT, IL — Highlights from the November 18, 2024 Freeport City Council meeting include the purchase of three new squad cars to be modified for the Freeport Police Department.

Three Squad Cars Purchased

The Freeport Police Department will be replacing three squad cars with the purchase of three new 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors for a total replacement cost of $148,192. This price includes the necessary modifications to add the vehicles to the department’s fleet.

The new squad cars will replace F2 (2021 Dodge Durango 75,000 miles), F5 (2021 Dodge Durango 90,000 miles), and F6 (2022 Ford Explorer 75,000 miles). This final cost also includes a $500 discount per new vehicle and a trade-in of four squad cars worth $19,000. These purchases aid the Police Department in having reliable transportation to ensure a safe community and a responsive government.

Other News

The City recognized Kevin Meads for 5 loyal years of service with the Freeport Fire Department. Thank you for service, Kevin.

More information about these topics and more can be found in the City Council meeting packet, viewable here: LINK TO AGENDA