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Newton City Council approves consent agenda, including equipment purchases and appointment
Summary
At its July 11 meeting the Newton City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda that included a budget ordinance amendment to buy a side-arm garbage truck, an intent to reimburse financing for a knuckle boom truck, an amendment to the rural fire protection contract with Catawba County, and the appointment of City Manager Sean Hovis to the NCMPA1 board.
The Newton City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda at its July 11 meeting that bundled tax releases, sewer adjustments, event road closures and several administrative items, including financing steps for two municipal vehicles and an interlocal contract amendment. Mayor Pro Tem John Stiver moved to approve the consent agenda and Council Member Ed Sain seconded the motion; the measure passed with all five members present voting yes.
Why it matters: The consent items authorize near-term purchases and administrative changes that affect city operations…
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