Resolution calling a special election, setting March 2, 2027, as the special election date and…
Recorded in the minutes as “Resolution calling a special election, setting March 2, 2027, as the special election date and adopting ballot language on the proposition of a franchise fee on energy providers…”. Passed 6–0; names not recorded.
What this means (Franchise fee): A fee a utility pays for using city streets and land for its lines.
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Recorded in the minutes as: “22. Resolution calling a special election, setting March 2, 2027, as the special election date and adopting ballot language on the proposition of a franchise fee on energy providers operating in the City of Newton, Iowa Moved by Hallam, seconded by Roth to adopt the Resolution. Motion: amend the summary language by adding: " to be spent on repair and improvement of public facilities, public safety operations and equipment, transportation and public grounds infrastructure"”.
Motion as recorded: “amend the summary language by adding: " to be spent on repair and improvement of public facilities, public safety operations and equipment, transportation and public grounds infrastructure"”.
Source Full minutes for the whole Sep 21, 2026 meeting, p. 2 (saved copy) · Agenda packet · All votes at this meeting