Learn About

1. Adult Rec Leagues

   Registration online for the adult softball leagues.

2. Census 2020

   Information and resources about the 2020 Census.

3. Consumer Fireworks

   Find out the law and regulations for firework usage within city limits.

4. Dangerous and Dilapidated Program

   The primary goal of the additional program areas is to spark private participation and investment in the program’s goals of neighborhood revitalization, renewal, and improved curb appeal.

5. Donating to Fireworks

   Learn about the City of Newton Fourth of July Fireworks Display and how you can donate to the fund.

6. Emerald Ash Borer

   As of February 2014, all 99 counties in Iowa have been quarantined, including Jasper County, by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship to slow the movement of this destructive pest to non-quarantined areas/states

7. Hiking & Biking in Newton

   View a map of the City of Newton's Hike and Bike trail.

8. Installing a Sign

   Find instructions and regulations concerning the installation of signs.

9. Mosquito Control

   Learn more about how the City of Newton handles mosquito population control and how you can help keep mosquito populations low.

10. Newton’s Future: A Comprehensive Plan

    Newton’s Future is not only the City of Newton’s official policy and strategic approach for future development and growth, but it has also been designed to be the plan for the community of Newton. City government officials, non-profit organizations, local businesses, religious organizations, and individuals can all turn to Newton’s Future for guidance on “things to do” to strengthen, grow, and make Newton the best community in the region, or rather the bright shining star of Central Iowa.

11. RideShare

    Living in Newton and commuting to Des Moines? Living in Des Moines and commuting to Newton? Consider using RideShare.

12. Rental Housing Inspection Program

    The purpose of this program is to provide safe and sanitary housing conditions for the residents of Newton by establishing minimum standards and regular inspections for all rental housing units in Newton.