Since the 1996 inception of local Government, The City of Freeport District Council has pursued its mandate of "Bringing Governance Closer to the People" by being Sensitive and Responsive to The Needs of our Community through the development of Community Centers, the enhancement of Transportation services, the creation of more than 15 recreational spaces, The Annual Summer Camp Program and partnerships with community leaders. The Council's commitment to the youth of Grand Bahama was honored by the renaming of the annual Jr. Junkanoo parade as The City of Freeport Council Jr. Junkanoo Parade. The City of Freeport District Council - "Sensitive and Responsive to the needs of Our Community''