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Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00PM
Town Council Chambers
30 Main Street, Freeport, Maine

Meeting agenda including Zoom link to attend remotely:
www.freeportmaine.com/AgendaCenter...
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November 16, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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All dog licenses expire December 31st of each year. Dogs six months and older are required to be licensed. You must renew your dog license no later than January 31st of each year, or a late fee ($25) will be charged per dog. freeportmaine.com/186/Dog-Lice...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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We are in the last days of accepting applications for the Harb Cottage 2026 season lottery. FINAL DAY FOR THE LOTTERY IS FRIDAY 11/14!
Please complete your household's 2026 entry using the new online form at freeportmaine.com
Paper forms will not be used/accepted for 2026.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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11/6 Organizational Meeting: Town Council held swearing in ceremonies for re-elected District 1 Councilor Dan Piltch and new At-Large Councilor Ken Sparta. Watch the meeting on our YouTube page & see the Town Clerk's election report which had an amazing 54% turnout!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WPS...
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November 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Our 'Growing Freeport Together' series highlights local organizations and entrepreneurs that have collaborated with the Town to build a more robust future for our community.
This month's story features Freeport oyster farmers.
See all the features in this series at freeportmaine.com/363/Economic...
Growing Freeport Together, Oyster Farmers
YouTube video by Town of Freeport Maine
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November 6, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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Organizational meeting for Town Council to swear in newly elected officers and elect a Council Chair and Council Vice-Chair for the upcoming year.
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Town Council Workshop immediately following meeting will be in-person only.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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November 4, 2025 Annual and State Referendum Election
Election Results (Unofficial)
www.freeportmaine.com/231/Election...
Elections & Voter Registration Services | Freeport, ME
Learn about absentee voting, voter registration, and more.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Town Offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
Online services available at www.freeportmaine.com/184/Online-S...
town offices closed tuesday nov 11th for veterans day
November 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Just under four hours left until polls close at 8PM!
Come by Freeport High School to vote - if you need to register, you can do that and vote too, all in the same visit.
High school gymnasium set up as a polling location
November 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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Reminder: set your clocks an hour back Saturday night!
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November 1, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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Cousins River Bridge Traffic Restriction Notice This project is part of a partnership between the Town of Yarmouth and Maine DOT. Freeport has no authority over traffic signals or any other component of the project.
October 31, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Online Services are available 24/7 at www.freeportmaine.com/184/Online-S...
ELECTION DAY NOTICE: The Town Clerk’s Office will be CLOSED all day Tuesday, 11/4, as staff will be overseeing the polls at Freeport High School. Besides the Clerk’s Office, Town Hall offices will be open.
October 30, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Public Works has fielded quite a few calls regarding temporary political signs in public spaces this election season. Know the law before putting up signs:
www.freeportmaine.com/CivicAlerts....
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October 29, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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The next Coffee with Council is coming up on Monday morning! Use this informal opportunity to discuss ideas and concerns with Town Council leadership at Council Chambers, from 8am - 9:30am on Monday, November 3rd.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Vote early in-person at Town Hall (30 Main St) now through 10/30 at 6pm. Absentee ballot requests must be received by the Clerk's office by close of business on 10/30 unless special circumstances exist. Election Day voting: Freeport High School (30 Holbrook St), 7am - 8pm on 11/4. freeportmaine.com
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October 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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You may notice SHARE THE ROAD signs popping up around town, on popular bike routes & roads with shoulders, part of an initiative to increase awareness about road safety, because everyone - from drivers to cyclists to pedestrians - has a duty to obey traffic laws & keep themselves & others safe.
Signs and signals are there to protect everybody. Pedestrians must obey signs and signals - If there isn’t a sidewalk, walk facing traffic and as far from vehicles as possible. - Always cross streets at crosswalks when they are available; drivers know to look for you there. - If there isn’t a crosswalk, cross at a well-lit place, where drivers can best see you. Bicyclists must obey signs and signals too - Ride defensively, assuming others cannot see you. - Don’t let yourself be distracted by music, electronic devices, or anything else that takes your focus off the road. - Always ride with traffic, use bike lanes when available and avoid riding on sidewalks when possible. Share the road!
October 27, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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Drop-in at the Town Manager's office tomorrow (10/28) from 4-5PM to talk about Freeport issues important to you!
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October 27, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Electric Tool LENDING LIBRARY BORROWING HAS ENDED FOR THE SEASON Thank you for supporting the Tool Lending Library's inaugural year, and thanks to Town staff & community members who helped bring this service to Freeport! Visit freeportmaine.com/441 to find out more
October 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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- November federal SNAP benefits cannot be issued until the federal shutdown ends or new guidance is provided by FNS.
- At this time, SNAP benefits already loaded onto EBT cards remain available for use to purchase food.
For local resources, go to fcsmaine.org
IMPORTANT UPDATE If you get SNAP EBT food assistance in Maine Due to the federal government shutdown, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) notified Maine that November SNAP benefits will not be issued at this time.
October 23, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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'Freeport Sustainability Advisory Board needs members! Are you passionate about: Waste, Recycling, and Composting Environmental Health and Diversity •Land Use, Construction, and Building Operations •Carbon Footprint, Emissions, and Pollution EлerAy and Electricity Education Food • •Culture Transportation •Conservation 2 CURRENT OPENINGS FSAB advises the Freeport Town Council on the sustainability and resiliency of present and future operations, highlight potential opportunities, and promote new and existing sustainability efforts.
October 23, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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A Public Hearing has been scheduled for November 18th at the Freeport Town Council meeting starting at 6:00pm at Freeport Town Hall, 30 Main Street to discuss:
Phase II Desert Road Business and Industrial Park/Downtown Tax Increment Finance (TIF) extension
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Town of FREEPORT Public Hearing Notice Town Council Meeting TUESDAY, NOV 18TH AT 6PM
October 22, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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LANE CLOSURE THURSDAY, 10/23 MALLETT DRIVE MaineDOT is putting finishing touches on the bridge project at Mallett Drive, including putting down striping or on Thursday, October 23rd. Traffic will be reduced ONE LANE during this work. Please plan accordingly and thank you for your patience as this project wraps up
October 22, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Town of Freeport Town Council Meeting 10/21 6pm Agenda at Link
October 21, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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During spooky season and beyond, residents can bring recycling to the Transfer Station at 100 Hedgehog Mountain Road and place it in the single-sort compactor. All recycling goes to ecomaine. Recyclables do not need to be separated.

More info on our website at freeportmaine.com/228
Spooky background scene with fog and purple black coloring and a messy ketchup bottle with wording Tales from the recycling facility... the half-empty recyclable! Recycle smart! Please fully rinse out food residue before bringing your items to the Recycling/Transfer Facility at 100 Hedgehog Mountain Road
October 17, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Current drought conditions have Freeport classified as Severe, meaning crop or pasture losses are likely, & wells may begin to run low. Water conservation & fire safety need to be a top priority, especially with continuing above-normal temperatures extending the fire weather season. Thank you!
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October 16, 2025 at 3:19 PM