Drainage board approves $5,212.35 reimbursement for William Martin Tile work
The Newton County Drainage Board approved reimbursing landowner Vic Padgett $5,212.35 for 2024 work on the William Martin Tile and directed that landowners be informed of the correct process for regulated drain repairs. Councilman Scott Carlson abstained from the vote due to financial involvement in the watershed.
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The Newton County Drainage Board voted to reimburse landowner Vic Padgett $5,212.35 for drainage work performed in 2024 on the William Martin Tile. Commissioner Steve Eilers moved "to reimburse Vic Padgett in the amount of $5,212.35 and that letter should be sent to all landowners within any regulated drain to advise them of the correct process." Commissioner Rob Churchill seconded; the motion carried 2-0. Councilman Scott Carlson disclosed he pays into the watershed and abstained from the vote.
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