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Newton County Library Tax Levy

By: Kate Inman
Updated: June 6, 2012

NEWTON COUNTY--

Voters weighed in on a 15 cent levy increase to fund a $7 million library expansion in Newton County.

The issue failed with 1,687 against and 940 in favor.

A simple majority was required to pass the tax.

The current 10 cent levy has been in place for 17 years.


 

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