News Flash

Posted on: May 9, 2023

Gov. Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Jasper County in Response to Severe Weather

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Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation on May 8, 2023 for Benton, Iowa, Jasper, Muscatine, and Poweshiek counties in response to severe weather that occurred on May 7. The governor's proclamation activates the Iowa Individual Assistance...

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City of Newton - Administration
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Financial Audit Report for the City of Newton, Iowa

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Gronewold, Bell, Kyhnn & Co. P.C. CPAs have released an audit report on the City of Newton, Iowa

The auditors reported that the City's receipts for its governmental funds totaled $24,907,025 for the year ended June 30, 2022. The rec...

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City of Newton - Administration
Posted on: January 6, 2023

City Begins Using CivicClerk for City Council, Boards & Agendas

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The City of Newton is using a new tool, CivicClerk, for City Council agendas and packets; as well as board and commission agendas. 

You can subscribe to receive email notifications of new meetings, agendas and minutes directly in CivicClerk here: ...

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City of Newton - Administration

News Flash

Posted on: May 23, 2023

DMACC ANNOUNCES SALE OF 3.9 ACRES OF NEWTON LEGACY PLAZA CAMPUS TO CHRISTENSEN DEVELOPMENT

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DMACC today announced it has sold 3.9 acres of the Newton Legacy Plaza Campus, formerly the Newton Maytag Campus, to Christensen Development of Des Moines. 

The sale includes historic Maytag buildings 1, 2, 16 and 50, as well as associated parking...

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City of Newton - Community Development
Posted on: May 9, 2023

How To Avoid Disaster Recovery Scams

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After extreme weather and natural disasters like hail storms, you might need to quickly hire someone to help get things back to normal. But don’t hire the first person who says they’ll help. Unlicensed contractors and scammers often sh...

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City of Newton - Community Development

News Flash

Posted on: April 26, 2023

Check out the Spring & Summer Parks & Rec Programs!

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Check out the recreation activities and events offered by the City of Newton!

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

2023 Maytag Bowl Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced

Maytag Bowl Summer Concert Series

The summer schedule of music in Newton this summer continues to grow as the Maytag Bowl Summer Concert Series returns on Thursday nights beginning June 1. The series, which features nine concerts in 2023, is free to the public. Concerts begin at 7 p.m., a...

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City of Newton - Community Services (Parks & Rec)

News Flash

Posted on: May 24, 2023

The Vital Role of Public Works & Utilities in Newton

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The Newton Public Works Department and Utilities Department's employees are the unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure our communities function smoothly and efficiently. In Newton, these dedicated individuals play a crucial...

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City of Newton - Public Works

News Flash

Posted on: May 10, 2023

City of Newton Releases Consumer Confidence Report for Water Quality

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The City of Newton Utilities Department and Newton WaterWorks have released the 2022 Consumer Confidence Report for the Newton Water Supply which has important information regarding the water quality in the water system. The annual report contains items i...

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City of Newton - Utilities (Water Pollution Control & WaterWorks)

News Flash

Posted on: January 19, 2023

Get to Know Newton Development Corporation

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Find all you need to know about the Newton Development Corporation.

Additional Info... City of Newton's Economic Development Partners
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Resources for You

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We stand ready to make your business a thriving success. Here are ways how we can help!

Additional Info... City of Newton's Economic Development Partners
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Housing Initiative Information

Residential Area

The Newton Housing Initiative, approved by City Council in 2014, provided incentives to home builders, real estate developers, property owners, and homebuyers to expand the quantity and, perhaps more importantly, the quality of our available housing inven...

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Additional Info... City of Newton's Economic Development Partners
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Available Industrial & Commercial Properties in Newton

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View available industrial and commercial properties in the City of Newton.

Additional Info... City of Newton's Economic Development Partners

News Flash

Posted on: January 1, 2023

How to obtain information about weather and road conditions

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Learn about the hazards that can affect your community and learn how to get information about current weather and road conditions. Pay attention to the news. Local radio and television stations provide up-to-date weather information.

Wireless Emergency Ale...

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Newton Fire Department
Posted on: December 7, 2022

Emergency Shelter Designated in Newton

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Jasper County has had its share of severe weather causing significant and extended disruption of electrical power impacting the public’s safety and the well-being of citizens. It has been and continues to be a major concern of  public s...

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Newton Fire Department

News Flash

Posted on: April 6, 2023

Five Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving

Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is one of the fastest growing safety issues on the roads today. Distracted drivers aren’t just a threat to themselves; they are a danger to everyone else on the road. The national distracted driving effort focuses on ways to c...

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Newton Police Department
Posted on: November 16, 2022

ATV/UTV Ordinance Information

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Properly equipped ATVs and UTVs can now be operated within City limits and on any street/highway within the City limits with the following limitations and prohibitions:

  • No ATVs and UTVs allowed on First Avenue (Highway 6)
    • Exceptions - UTVs and ATVs may be o...
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View the ordinance in full by clicking here Newton Police Department

News Flash

Posted on: February 1, 2023

Digital Historic Newspapers

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A portion of the library's newspapers on microfilm have also been digitized and are available online. Additional newspapers are digitized each year, as funding allows.

Additional Info... Newton Public Library
Posted on: January 1, 2023

Check Out An Iowa Adventure Pass!

Adventure Pass

The Newton Public Library is pleased to join with other area libraries to offer the Iowa Libraries Adventure Pass, a service that provides free family passes to local museums and attractions! Adult library patrons* may check out a pass using their valid N...

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Learn More... Newton Public Library
Posted on: January 1, 2023

Register for a Digital Library Card!

Library Cards

Sign up for a digital library card online! A digital library card provides access to our downloadable books and online databases, all from the comfort of your home.

Additional Info... Newton Public Library

News Flash

Posted on: April 26, 2023

Check out the Spring & Summer Parks & Rec Programs!

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Check out the recreation activities and events offered by the City of Newton!

Learn more Spotlights - City
Posted on: April 20, 2023

SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS & NOTIFICATIONS

Severe Weather

Learn about the hazards that can affect your community and learn how to get information about current weather conditions.

Learn More Spotlights - City
Posted on: April 14, 2023

Newton Fest 2023 Information

Newton Fest

Join us the second weekend in June at Newton Fest! Residents and visitors can celebrate everything that makes Newton such a great community to live in. Newton Fest returns with a weekend of special events and family-friendly activities on June 9 & 10....

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Learn More Spotlights - City
Posted on: April 1, 2023

Maytag Bowl Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert

Free music is invading a park near you this summer... Maytag Park to be specific! Join us for the annual Maytag Bowl Summer Concert Series at Maytag Park.

Learn More Spotlights - City
Posted on: February 22, 2023

Finance Reports & Transparency Documents

Budget

Find copies of the City of Newton's comprehensive plan, annual audits, budget books, capital improvement plans and other fiscal reports.

More Information Spotlights - City
Posted on: February 22, 2023

$10,000 Cash Housing Incentive

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The Newton housing initiative provides incentives to home builders, real estate developers, property owners, and home buyers to expand the quantity and the quality of our available housing inventory. 

Additional Info... Spotlights - City
Posted on: February 22, 2023

City Building, Office & Facility Locations

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Need to visit a department in person? We've put together all the information you need - including where each of the departments are located - in one spot!

Find Locations Spotlights - City

News Flash

Posted on: January 19, 2023

Get to Know Newton Development Corporation

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Newton Development Corporation (NDC) was established in 1961 and is a private, non-profit organization that has been assisting the Newton community and surrounding area for over 50 years. Newton, Iowa is located on Interstate 80 and Interstate 35 in the &...

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Additional Info... Spotlights - Economic Development
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Learn More About Newton Main Street

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The mission of Newton Main Street is to preserve the history, invest in the future, and develop pride in our downtown district through community involvement, volunteerism, and private-public partnerships within the Main Street district, the heart of Newto...

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Additional Info... Spotlights - Economic Development
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Resources For You

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We stand ready to make your business a thriving success. Here are ways how we can help!

Additional Info... Spotlights - Economic Development
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Receive $10,000 For Buying a New Home

Residential Area

The Newton housing initiative provides incentives to home builders, real estate developers, property owners, and home buyers.

Additional Info... Spotlights - Economic Development

News Flash

Posted on: January 19, 2023

Adult Programs and Events

Adult Library Programs Events

The Newton Public Library offers a wide variety of free programs, classes, and events for adults. To register for an adult event, please call (641) 792.4108.

Additional Info... Spotlights - Library
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Borrow eBooks and Audiobooks from the Library!

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The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

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Additional Info... Spotlights - Library
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Browse Our Digital Archive

The Newton Public Library Digital Archive includes digitized photographs, yearbooks, postcards, and

The Newton Public Library Digital Archive includes digitized materials selected from the collections of the Newton Public Library, Jasper County Historical Museum, and private citizens. Available materials include photographs, postcards, documents, and ye...

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Additional Info... Spotlights - Library
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Staff Picks of the Month!

Staff Picks

Wondering what to read next? Find your inspiration in our library staff's current selections! Click on the cover to locate the item in our catalog, or give us a call at 641-792-4108 to place a hold.

Additional Info... Spotlights - Library