On Proposed Adoption of an Ordinance Establishing a Franchise Fee on Energy Providers…
Recorded in the minutes as “Public Hearing on Proposed Adoption of an Ordinance Establishing a Franchise Fee on Energy Providers Operating in the City of Newton, Iowa Mayor Ervin stated that this is the…”. Passed 6–0; names not recorded. The item included a public hearing.
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Recorded in the minutes as: “24. Public Hearing on Proposed Adoption of an Ordinance Establishing a Franchise Fee on Energy Providers Operating in the City of Newton, Iowa Mayor Ervin stated that this is the time and place for a Public Hearing on the above Resolution. Motion: Moved by Dalton”. The minutes add: “One written comment was received and forwarded to the council. a private individual and a private individual voiced concerns.”
Motion as recorded: “Moved by Dalton”.
Source Full minutes for the whole Mar 16, 2026 meeting, p. 2 (saved copy) · Agenda packet · All votes at this meeting