The Newton City Commission settled on a new water and sewer rate structure that may mean a slight reduction in the overall utility bill next year, but will mean not paying off a loan to renovate the wastewater treatment facility early. New rates will take effect in January. [Courtesy Image]
By Kansan Staff With little discussion the Newton City Commission voted 4-1, with commissioner Clint McBroom the dissenting vote, to adjust water and sewer rates…