Freeport Human Resources

09/08/2026

08/24/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

NOTICE, SLAUGHTER ROAD WATER SYSTEM ONLY: Routine water testing found total trihalomethanes slightly above the state drinking water limit 0.083 mgL vs. 0.080 mgL. No alternative water source is required. Increased flushing is underway to improve water circulation. Questions: 979-233-3526.
Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/joM8p8T

07/29/2026

Firefighter/EMT J. Campos, will be stepping into the ring for the Battle of the Badges boxing match on November 21st! 🥊

This event is a fantastic fundraiser, proceeds will be benefiting Communities in Schools in Galveston, Galveston Police Blue Santa, and Galveston County Sheriff's Alumni Association. Let's wish him the best of luck! We're cheering J. Campos on as he represents Freeport Fire & EMS 🔥

07/29/2026

Today, our public service spotlight shines on Ashlee Hurst, finance director for the City of Freeport, Texas. Ashlee exemplifies public service through her commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible financial stewardship. She established an internal audit function, strengthened financial controls, launched an online Transparency Center, and delivered measurable cost savings, helping build public trust while fostering collaboration across city departments. Congratulations on being a 2026 recipient of GFOA's Recognition for Outstanding Public Service.

07/22/2026

🌩🌧Weather Update - 07/22/2026 - 🌧🌩

The Office of Emergency Management, in coordination with the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) and the Soc Tdem is continuously monitoring the conditions of Tropical Storm . At this time, the National Weather Service has issued the following:

• Tropical Storm Watch for Brazoria County for the next 48 hours for the following areas:
o Freeport
o Lake Jackson
o Surfside Beach

• Tropical Cyclone Statement for Brazoria County, and the surrounding coastal counties, including those inland and Northern to Burleson County.

Additionally, wind advisories have been issued for these locations for the next 48-72 hours.

At this time, residents are urged to ensure that they are storm ready, with appropriate preparedness.

Some preparedness tips include (but are not limited to):
📱Ensure cell phones and other communication devices are charged
🌳Remove loose debris from yards
🗑 Secure outdoor items, such as trash cans, swings, etc.

07/16/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

City of Freeport: The Boil Water Notice for customers served by the Slaughter Road Public Water System has been RESCINDED. Water is safe for normal use and no longer needs to be boiled. Questions: (979) 233-3526.
Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/BVuio5W

07/10/2026

Good Morning !
June was a busy month, and we wanted to give you an insight as to what all YOUR Freeport PD did! Community Education, Partnership and Transparency are part of our core values, so we wanted to show you how the hard working men and women of the Freeport PD Team served you in

07/07/2026

Your officers are simply jacks of all trades, from traffic stops to Gator calls, we do it all!

Today, Officer Joseph had the distinct honor of joining the alligator 🐊 club. This guy was hanging out in someone’s from yard, so Officer Joseph and the rest of the day shift helped to get him safely secured and relocated.

“Tater the Gator” even smiled for the camera (although, we’re not quite sure how alligators smile, so we’re just going with it)

07/07/2026

The City of Freeport is proud to recognize Finance Director Ashlee Hurst for being selected as a recipient of the 2026 Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Recognition for Outstanding Public Service Award.

This national honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public service while making a lasting, positive impact within their organizations and the communities they serve.

Ashlee's professionalism, leadership, and commitment to serving the City of Freeport and our residents exemplify the values of public service. Her hard work and dedication make this recognition well deserved, and we are proud to celebrate this accomplishment with her.

Please join us in congratulating Ashlee on this well-earned honor and thanking her for her continued service to our community!

06/29/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉
Please join us in congratulating Corporal U. Treto and Corporal A. Johnson on their successful graduation from the Texas Sergeant's Academy!
This rigorous leadership development program consists of more than 70 hours of advanced leadership and supervisory training over the course of several weeks, preparing law enforcement professionals to lead with confidence, integrity, and professionalism.

Both Corporals proudly serve in the Patrol Division of the Freeport Police Department, and the entire family could not be more proud of this outstanding accomplishment.

Congratulations, gentlemen! We look forward to seeing you bring your newly refined leadership skills back to the department as you continue serving the citizens of .

👏 Great work, and well deserved!