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Newton council approves $89,000 electric distribution budget amendment 6–1 after growth and storm damage
Newton City Council · March 1, 2026
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Summary
Council approved a budget amendment to cover unplanned electric distribution and maintenance costs driven by rapid development and storm damage; the measure passed 6–1 with Council Member Ed Sain the lone dissenting vote.
Newton City Council approved a budget ordinance amendment on April 6 to cover roughly $89,000 in unbudgeted electric distribution and maintenance costs after staff said growth and storm damage created a shortfall.
Doug Wesson, Electric Division Supervisor, told council the division experienced increased demand from new construction projects — including…
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