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Mayor breaks tie to approve sidewalk work on N. Ashe Avenue
Summary
Council approved a $49,300 contract for sidewalk widening on N. Ashe Avenue to meet ADA requirements; the award and a budget amendment split the council 3–3 and Mayor Eddie Haupt cast the deciding vote in favor of both measures.
Newton City Council approved a contract Jan. 5 to replace and widen sidewalk on N. Ashe Avenue adjacent to the Newton‑Conover High School after a tie vote that required the mayor’s tie‑breaking vote.
Public Works and Utilities Director Dusty Wentz said Newton‑Conover City School requested coordination because it is constructing a new parking lot adjoining the site.…
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