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Newton council tables FY2023–24 budget after public hearing and debate
Summary
After a public hearing and multiple resident comments, the Newton City Council voted to table consideration of the FY2023–24 budget. Councilors disagreed over whether the plan was revenue‑neutral and whether it addressed citizen priorities; the motion to table passed 5–1.
After a public hearing and more than an hour of discussion and public comment at Newton City Hall on June 6, the Newton City Council voted to table consideration of the proposed Fiscal Year 2023–24 budget.
Assistant City Manager Sean Hovis presented the budget package, saying it reflected changes discussed during council work sessions on May 8 and 9 and detailing adjustments to General Fund and Electric Fund revenues and appropriations. The presentation included line‑item changes and transfers intended to balance the city’s operating and capital plans.
Multiple residents spoke during the hearing, urging the…
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