Newton voters will have the opportunity to vote for the proposed increase at a special election tentatively set for March 14.
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Zhang: Proposed Tax Increase Raises Questions About Budget Management
Thus far, the city is doing a great job at showing their proposals, but they must also address whether they managed the existing money well.
Newton, Politics, Metro
Newton to Use Proposed Tax Increase for Sidewalk and Road Improvements, Officials Say
The proposed increase would allocate $1.4 million toward funding street and sidewalk paving and improvements.
Newton, Metro
Newton Officials Discuss Impact of Proposed Tax Hike on Parks, Recreation Areas, and Trees
City officials highlighted how the tax hike would impact public spaces like parks, courts, and fields in a presentation.
Metro, Newton, Politics
Mayor Details Desired Impact of Proposed Tax Increase on Newton Public Schools at Town Hall
Funds resulting from the increase will mostly go toward funding city projects, with an emphasis on improving the Newton Public Schools.