The Newton City Council held its regular bi-monthly meeting on Tuesday night, addressing several key city matters.
Meeting Highlights:
- Rental Property Ordinance: Authorized the City Attorney to draft a new ordinance defining owners’ responsibilities for unpaid utility bills on rental properties.
- Utility Fees & Permits: Approved an amendment to the City of Newton ordinance regarding connection fees and permits.
- Property Title Search: Authorized a title search for 206 North Jackson Street.
- City Pool Upgrades:
- Approved the purchase of a new pool heater from Sycamore Engineering for $70,217.
- Set lifeguard pay and two summer maintenance positions at $16 per hour.
- Set part-time summer concession positions at $15 per hour, reflecting the state’s minimum wage increase.
- Employee Training & Conferences:
- Approved city employee attendance at the IMEA Conference in Springfield in May.
- Approved sending one city employee to the AIEC Line School in Springfield in April.
Next Meeting:
March 18, 2025