ERIN MCDANIEL
City of Newton
NEWTON — At Tuesday night’s meeting, the City Commission approved the plans and specifications and set a bid date of July 11 for the building at 214 E 6th that will be used for a Police Training Facility.
The City purchased the building across from City Hall on August 10 of 2023 and it was chosen for its proximity to other city facilities and size. The Police Department needs the space to train staff, hold large meetings of the entire force and have the space needed for other tasks as need arises.
The building had been re-roofed earlier in the year, a new garage door installed on the east side of the building and all substandard items have been removed in anticipation of this remodel. This project is being funded with remining funding in the Law Enforcement Center Project Improvement bond and special law enforcement funds so no additional bonding will be utilized.
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