Erin McDanielErin McDaniel
Director of Communications

201 E. 6th St.
PO Box 426
Newton, KS 67114

316-284-6055
316-284-6090 (fax)

The Communications Division works under the direction of the City Manager and serves as the point of contact for communication and marketing activities for all City departments.

The division keeps the community informed about City projects and City Commission action, handles media calls/interviews, and promotes all aspects of quality of life in the community. 

News and Announcements

Social Media

Community Surveys

Flashvote 

Do you have one minute a month to help make Newton better? Join your friends and neighbors and make your voice heard on important issues. Just take a minute to sign up here: www.flashvote.com/newtonks

It's free, fast and fun - you'll get a short 1-minute survey every few months and you'll get to see full survey results within 48 hours! Plus, your feedback is totally anonymous. Your input will help the City make better decisions for everyone in the community. Sign up today!

2020 Survey

In 2020, the City conducted a scientific community survey to gather input on issues such as the use of housing, recreation projects, the proposed library and economic development policy.

What scored high? The initiatives that had the broadest support and willingness to pay were:

  • Attracting small businesses
  • Adding dining/shopping/entertainment options
  • Rehabilitation of existing homes
  • Infrastructure improvements
  • Downtown development

Full Survey Results Report
Presentation of Results to City Commission
Community Survey Next Steps

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