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Commission tables fireworks ordinance after concerns about process and data
Summary
After staff corrected fireworks sales tax revenue and a newly elected commissioner flagged process and open‑meetings concerns, the Newton City Commission voted to table an ordinance setting permanent fireworks sale and discharge dates.
The Newton City Commission on Feb. 10 deferred action on an ordinance that would set dates and times for fireworks sales and discharge after a newly elected commissioner urged more time to review the record and ensure all commissioners see the same data.
Denise (city staff) told the commission the item would establish specific dates and times for fireworks sales and discharge and…
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