City Commission approves one‑year contract renewals with city manager and city attorney
November 26, 2025 | Newton, Harvey County, Kansas
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The Newton City Commission approved one‑year contract extensions for the city manager (Daniella) and the city attorney (Chris) following executive‑session performance reviews.
The commission said both employees underwent annual assessments. The approved renewals include a 3% merit increase, a 3% cost‑of‑living increase and an adjustment granting an additional three weeks of vacation time, consistent with last year’s approach. Commissioners praised both officials for professionalism and responsiveness.
City Clerk (Denise) told commissioners they must sign a waiver related to counsel that is required for the city attorney’s contract.
The motion to approve the contracts carried by voice vote.
The commission said both employees underwent annual assessments. The approved renewals include a 3% merit increase, a 3% cost‑of‑living increase and an adjustment granting an additional three weeks of vacation time, consistent with last year’s approach. Commissioners praised both officials for professionalism and responsiveness.
City Clerk (Denise) told commissioners they must sign a waiver related to counsel that is required for the city attorney’s contract.
The motion to approve the contracts carried by voice vote.
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