City of Newton, Iowa

Per State Code of Iowa 384.15A, the City of Newton is posting notice of a public hearing occurring on Monday, February 20 at 6 p.m. for the Proposed Property Tax Levy for fiscal year 2024. View the notice required by the State of Iowa: bit.ly/3RLg8EX

Most communities may be impacted by several types of hazards during a lifetime. Text JASPERIA to 67283 to receive alerts or visit bit.ly/JasperAlerts

Have you signed up yet for the Walking Challenge?! We're going head to head with other Iowa cities in a walking challenge at Agnes Patterson Memorial Park on Wednesday, October 5 starting at 5 p.m.! Register online to be counted towards our total: bit.ly/newtonwellness…

The City of Newton and Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy invite seniors 55 and older to come out to our Senior Walks for the month of September! We encourage you to get outside, walk, and enjoy the scenery of our parks. Learn more: bit.ly/3xIhNT8

Make sure to visit Newton Main Street and the final local farmers' market of the season - vendors have a variety of homemade and homegrown products and live music! See you from 4 - 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday!

When doing a large-scale burn, the association recommends notifying the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center first. Tell the dispatcher who you are, what is being burned, where the burn will take place, and when the burn will happen.

This National Preparedness Month, we are reminding you to build your emergency kit. Don’t forget to include: - Non-perishable food and water that can last several days. - Flashlights, radios & extra batteries. - First aid kit.

FrankFest is a fundraising event for the City of Newton parks & recreation activities that the Community Services Department hosts throughout the year. With three different events - there is something for everyone! Learn more: bit.ly/3DMLrdF

If you're an avid stick collector (like a few people we know) or just love Sir Rustolot - stop by the Newton Public Library to purchase these awesome new stickers for just $2!

FrankFest is a fundraising event for the City of Newton parks & recreation activities that the Community Services Department hosts throughout the year. With three different events - there is something for everyone! Learn more: newtongov.org/frankfest

Make sure to visit Newton Main Street and the local farmers' market downtown on Tuesday! Vendors have a variety of homemade and homegrown products and live music through September. The market begins at 4 p.m. - see you there!

Today (August 15) is #CityHallSelfie Day and we couldn’t be more excited! Snap a selfie at City Hall, (101 W. 4th Street S.), and share! Use #cityhallselfie and be sure to tag us as well!

The Newton Police Department and the City of Newton's Community Service Department are hosting a 3x3 Kid's Basketball Tournament on Saturday, September 3 at the Aurora Park Basketball Courts. Find more details and register online: bit.ly/3JKt6ih

The City of Newton is seeking a Seasonal Nuisance Code Inspector. Read the full job description and apply here: newtongov.org/careers

Always be weather aware. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather warnings overnight when severe weather hits. Sign up for mobile alerts at alert.iowa.gov.

Bike Night is back thanks to Newton Main Street! Head downtown from 6 - 10 p.m. on Friday, August 12 for live music from Standing Hampton, food trucks, vendors, a beverage garden and, of course, the bikes!

Free music is invading a park near you this summer... Maytag Park to be specific! We look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled concert on August 11 featuring Slipstream. The FREE show starts at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

The City of Newton, Iowa, is accepting applications for the position of entry level (non-certified) and lateral (Iowa certified) Police Officer. A complete job description and an application packet can be found online at newtongov.org/employment.

Join Newton Main Street every Tuesday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in downtown Newton for the Newton Farmers’ Market. The City of Newton will have a tent set up each week and City staff will be available to answer questions you may have about city services, events and activities.

Make sure to visit Newton Main Street and the local farmers' market downtown! Vendors have a variety of homemade and homegrown products and live music! See you from 4 - 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday!