A ballot-question committee, Vote Yes for Newton, has been formed to advocate for the approval of three override proposals totaling $14.9 million. The three questions will be decided in an election in March 2023. The committee is co-chaired by Christine Dutt and Kerry Prasad, and Kevin Spector is treasurer.
Kerry Prasad said, “The proposed override is great for Newton because it will rebuild three elementary schools and invest $9,175,000 annually into city services, including $4,500,000 to Newton Public Schools and funding to expand services for our older residents. It has become clear that the restrictions of Proposition 2 1/2 on our tax levy will not enable us to address these critical needs in the near term.”
Christine Dutt said, “Our city will move closer to environmental sustainability and climate resiliency by transitioning city and school buildings away from fossil fuels and by replanting our tree canopy. Our roads and sidewalks will be repaired so we can safely walk, bike, and drive in Newton.”
For more information, or to volunteer support, email info@VoteYesforNewton.com.
