Newton Public Library
 We are pleased to report construction of the new Newton Public Library remains on schedule. Foundations are nearly complete.
Swimming Pool
The contractor working at the pool will be done with deck demolition for warranty work and will begin replacement of concrete panels next week.
First Street Roundabout Improvements
Work will begin next week on the interior of the roundabout at First Street and I-135. The City’s contractor, Vogts-Parga Construction, will be laying concrete in a pattern similar to the Broadway roundabout completed in 2021. The City’s Parks Division will later add plantings in the newly created beds. Redesign of the roundabouts is intended to beautify entry points to the community. The previous design with its large area, shade, and heavy vehicle traffic has made landscaping a challenge. The circle will remain open to traffic during construction. The project is anticipated to be complete by the first week of May.
Sand Creek Station Golf Course
Staff is preparing for the upcoming NJCAA Men’s Division I Men’s Golf Championship May 16-19. This will be the third time Newton has hosted this prestigious championship. Teams from all over the nation will travel to Newton to compete for one of golf’s top awards. We are #NewtonProud to host these players, coaches, and families!
March has seen lower than expected rounds due to some inclement weather, but staff feels there’s a good chance we could still meet our financial objectives for the month. We are working to balance revenues and expenses.
The USGA will make the trip to Newton on April 18 for consideration of hosting a future USGA Championship. We look forward to hosting them and appreciate our community making them feel welcome!
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Street and Sanitation
This week, our team:
- Completed concrete repair behind The Gathering Church in the Fifth Street parking lot.
- Finished street sweeping in Area 5, moved to Area 6.
- Prepped all downtown streetlights and painted them.
- Curb and gutter repairs in Area 6.
- Sewer utility repair at 200 SW Third.
- Water utility repair at 618 W 11th.
- Bulky Item Tagging Program – From March 13-17: Our inspector tagged 10 locations. Three were charged the $20 fee, six were charged the $10 fee and one was referred to the Environmental Control Officer.
Parks and Cemetery
This week, our staff:
- Replaced two slides on the south playground in Athletic Park.
- Dug three graves for cemetery services this week.
- Picked up pots from downtown to prepare for spring planting.
Water/Wastewater
This week, our crews:
- Handled three after-hours calls.
- Lead & Copper Rule task updates:
- So far we have received 1,520 completed surveys from the public.
- Staff helped with 11 customer plumbing surveys onsite.
- Staff completed 749 field inventories related to prior maintenance activities to confirm the material used for at least the public side of the meter service.
- Continued changing out meters.
- Completed sewer taps on SW Third and N. Logan.
- Repaired leaks at Third & Meridian and on N. Columbus.
- Installed new water services in the Harvest Pointe addition and at 118 Matson.
Upcoming Meetings & Reminders
Newton Area Chamber of Commerce Steak Cookout: Join the Chamber for a “Run for the Roses” themed annual steak cookout fundraiser on May 4 from 6-9 p.m. at Sand Creek Event Center. This year’s theme is Kentucky Derby, so put on your best hat and come out for the event. The cookout starts with a social hour from 6-7 p.m. and is followed by a delicious steak dinner and silent dessert auction. The cost to register for an individual ticket is $30 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are also available!
Newton Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament: Mark your schedules for the Chamber’s annual fundraising golf tournament on Friday, June 2 at Sand Creek Station. Tee off is at 8 a.m. Registration is now open and sponsorship opportunities are available!
Cookie Daze 5K Competitive Run: Spring weather means it’s time to register for the Cookie Daze 5K Competitive Run on Saturday, June 17 at Athletic Park. Registration is $25 for ages 13 and older through March 31 and $30 thereafter; and $20 for ages 12 and under before March 31; and $25 after. Register in the next two weeks to get the early bird rate!
- 7 p.m. March 28 – City Commission Meeting
- 7:30 a.m. April 6 – City Commission Agenda Review
- 7 p.m. April 11 – City Commission Meeting
- 7:30 a.m. April 20 – City Commission Agenda Review
- 3:30 p.m. April 21 – Centennial Park Ball Field Ribbon Cutting
- 7 p.m. April 25 – City Commission Meeting
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