Do You Know Newton Podcast

Do You Know Newton: Episode 15: What is HB581?

Now that HB581 is law in Georgia find out how it impacts you and what changes it will bring to your property assessments. We sat down Newton County’s Tax Commissioner and Chief Appraiser to discuss the in-and-outs of the Save the Homes Act or HB581 in the latest edition of Do You Know Newton.   To learn more about HB581 please visit, https://www.newtoncountyga.gov/civica... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmpTX3g0bkkwdGo2TEJjamUza19UZU56QUVHUXxBQ3Jtc0ttd1hLakYwQUp5aDk5LU5JblV1eC1iSDg3dVA3eGdHTUJCVXI5Qm9GQXhUQ3hmSXRKTFRzMGNuQTgyRG5ELTU3TXR1SEVkQnZYMUZIdDd4dmZ6VEhHMVhUTExTdnBSdkgzcWVEQTZNYkVPSWxDaDlfRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newtoncountyga.gov%2Fcivicalerts.aspx%3Faid%3D740&v=P5wOfRrHdiI] https://www.newtoncountyga.gov/696/HB... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRXTTFqcDJUNkFRYnpCS0ZjUy1pZnZfQXI1QXxBQ3Jtc0tuT0xWdER0R0tQWkxxUU9lT25ObW9QcVhXMDJWcjhvZjQ5SGJWZzAxbEVSZVFMcXlWQkU5aXlJNEJDMHNDSkRUQ0lkOVdRTm93R050dXBUOU1FTDZ3anM4S2NfaGx3cnd1WmtJVGQ2Q0VHN0tvdzZxOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newtoncountyga.gov%2F696%2FHB581-Frequently-Asked-Questions&v=P5wOfRrHdiI] https://www.qpublic.net/ga/newton/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnMtM3JDbFZ6RzF2VVNHWnV3QXdUV2RBRkFaQXxBQ3Jtc0ttSE51U1NIdEc4cms5UngzZEdudXR0UnZucXZQMDV5eUlpVVF4clE5VVVVcDFXWDdldDRfNW1Ib1BRTlhaYkZacnZTU08wVzJlT09yNjFSU3ROOWx5YkNacjFZT1FwSUxsMzc2SDJLY3E0R3VmQXFaMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.qpublic.net%2Fga%2Fnewton%2F&v=P5wOfRrHdiI] https://newtoncountytax.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkVTSHhFTTZmNzZxb1dkWjU5d1VDWFlyQ1BtQXxBQ3Jtc0ttTzVEc0hHMW9IMWdKb2RLR0w3UHQzWVVlbXpydDJjMGFkSjhoejE1djZ3azBUTkRIM0N6V3BIZXNfR1hUaHlOd2ZKS2l6RVh0LU5NaDlGa1ltT0hXMXNDcU9NNzVZN21OWDlPRXVRdDRKRmlmX0hkNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fnewtoncountytax.com%2F&v=P5wOfRrHdiI]   To stay informed on Newton County Government we live stream Board of Commissioner Meetings every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Tuesday of the month here on YouTube. Visit our Agenda Center for full detailed agenda, https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkY4ajJJaUF4ckF0WEJXM3JpaTN6NXhpNDFuUXxBQ3Jtc0tuYUwtOHAyWjJfOEl0RVd3MTBvM0FDc1hHYzhmb294VzNsVTZ5NHVLMmpjUnVDeWFnTjV3TmtsVWhRZDNFYkt3TXlOaDM1X21wTFkydEowTkdCMldONXN1b1hTcDhmVFgzWXVjZmZ3Z3BzR1E3ZDNQMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.co.newton.ga.us%2FAgendaCenter&v=P5wOfRrHdiI]   Stay connected with us! Follow us on our social platforms for the latest updates and community news: Instagram: / newtoncountygov Facebook: / newtoncountyga Twitter: / newtoncounty   Where you can listen to the Podcast: PodBean: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-myaku-1.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2Y5WDI5VEYzRlNfN0JzNm96MXozNllvSF9Td3xBQ3Jtc0tscEdmRnRTV25FaHJVZWgwMnlSeGk2MEt5eTRMTE9MZllDVkZtXzVzVGZXeUtQY0dSRWJNMGVHclREUEdxTTBYTGgtdTJYcFpDS3lFMmRvQlUtT3pyd1BBZ3NCa3VmdVlaT1N6b0lCelJ3SVFudHpuWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.podbean.com%2Fep%2Fpb-myaku-1..&v=P5wOfRrHdiI]. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2amIYWK.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVVOTWtzSnpoc0ZsMEE1ZnJhVFVLNGphX25CUXxBQ3Jtc0ttbHdkbjBzZk53NFR3akJVYllJd2ZjWW9hNHJUdXRyRmhSUlFZUDgzRjJpLUdIUWNYcDRsNzB5X0owVEV0QkZ6d2RzMmtrc25ZY0ZiRUptYnhQTUIwTjNyb0JrUUR2ZklGMUhBcV9LQU11Qy0xSHRoYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F2amIYWK..&v=P5wOfRrHdiI]. Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/125105676 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjhsZElaR3I0VHkya0Q3ajR4NDBDNGVzLVFKZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuTXRlazNfTFVRV1ZveW9xZHBfdmpQQWY4SVV0YUg5Nm9XUVdKRmQ1T00zUTdkeFFIb1Y0RkZoLTBGNG4xYnVXQWpkaEZma1VlRGRYd0RkYS1TSUdyam5RQXE2czlzV3ZCcDU4eGVreXlSQmpHWHZLQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fiheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F125105676&v=P5wOfRrHdiI] Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81e.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVNZZ3hRZ19yRHhHS21IRDFNSFQzeU0yOUR0Z3xBQ3Jtc0trWl9MUDVTcUZ5YjBQZzdFR0RGdHE3S3EzZmczaWpVM0Q4SHBDODVUZHFtaFVBWlBaLTRoWjRaek4xbGdpYnVvamVEbGYzWWpVTVFPR1k3Tkhyd2swaXFrVHdrOEF2ZFlmZGlRbHppY184MjZUZFNNNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmusic.amazon.com%2Fpodcasts%2F81e..&v=P5wOfRrHdiI]. YouTube: https: //music.youtube.com/podcast/Zv8kbLBeJwc [https://music.youtube.com/podcast/Zv8kbLBeJwc]

Do You Know Newton: Episode 14: Public Works

At the start of 2025, Newton County experienced snowy weather. We spoke with Chris Malcolm, the Public Works Director, to gain insight into how his team prepared county roads with salt and brine to tackle the challenging conditions. Tune in to discover the extensive efforts made by the Public Works department across the county. Beyond just clearing roads, the Public Works team is responsible for maintaining infrastructure, ensuring safety, and providing essential services that keep the community functioning smoothly.   Download the Notify Newton App today on Apple App Store and Google Play.   To stay informed on Newton County Government we live stream Board of Commissioner Meetings every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Tuesday of the month here on YouTube. Visit our Agenda Center for full detailed agenda, https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter [https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter]   Stay connected with us! Follow us on our social platforms for the latest updates and community news: Instagram: / newtoncountygov Facebook: / newtoncountyga Twitter: / newtoncounty

Do You Know Newton: Episode 13: Fire Prevention Month

To gain awareness into Fire Prevention Month, Newton County’s Fire Safety Specialist, James Franklin, took the time to discuss how he informs the community about fire prevention strategies. Discover how to equip your home with essential safety devices such as smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers.   To stay informed on Newton County Government we live stream Board of Commissioner Meetings every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Tuesday of the month here on YouTube. Visit our Agenda Center for full detailed agenda, https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter [https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter]   Stay connected with us! Follow us on our social platforms for the latest updates and community news: Instagram: / newtoncountygov  Facebook: / newtoncountyga Twitter: / newtoncounty Where you can listen to the Podcast: PodBean: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-myaku-1.. [https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-myaku-1..]. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2amIYWK.. [https://open.spotify.com/show/2amIYWK..]. Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/125105676 [https://iheart.com/podcast/125105676] Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81e.. [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81e..]. YouTube: https: //music.youtube.com/podcast/Zv8kbLBeJwc

Do You Know Newton: Episode 12: Emergency Management Agency

September marks National Preparedness Month, and our Emergency Management Agency Director, Wendy Patterson, discussed with us the role of the EMA department's in ensuring community safety. Wendy provides valuable tips on preparing an emergency kit for various situations. Check out Ready.gov for more information: https://www.ready.gov/ Check out CodeRED to stay notified: https://www.onsolve.com/platform-products/critical-communications/codered-public-alerting/mobile/mobile-app-download/ [https://www.onsolve.com/platform-products/critical-communications/codered-public-alerting/mobile/mobile-app-download/]   To stay informed on Newton County Government we live stream Board of Commissioner Meetings every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Tuesday of the month here on YouTube. Visit our Agenda Center for full detailed agenda, https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUZzLW14b2o0N3FNS1BrRlFfT0VtMkI4YUR5QXxBQ3Jtc0tucmpoaFdOSUtzbHpicE5iS0tnZUZGVUFnbWo2WjVPeW4xSUgwS29tNGdUWEExMDFuQVBrYUliX0VyNXZzZUMtQUdySmJsMUF2aHVzM3FNclJFc2dhOTZvZTVyNF9rZG5LcTcyaTE5STIxdUQ5VUFhUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.co.newton.ga.us%2FAgendaCenter&v=sQyrx0LJ6tY]   Stay connected with us! Follow us on our social platforms for the latest updates and community news: Instagram: / newtoncountygov Facebook: / newtoncountyga Twitter: / newtoncounty   Where you can listen to the Podcast: PodBean: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-myaku-1.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEdVYl9vVGVRUDRpYTdYSVF0cjR3MWp1VXBLQXxBQ3Jtc0tuMnFQd091ZEFGVGZHVFAtcFFVOThGaTg0cHQwVk82blNaYkJ4ZGQ4aVl3VTctQ1JpaEVqNUp2eWlxbnVaalcyS3FndVF1cTNxRG9jc1d6NmlhaWE5Z3FmcDRzU04xeE9LMnNzRnoxZTkwdE55X0JQYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.podbean.com%2Fep%2Fpb-myaku-1..&v=sQyrx0LJ6tY]. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2amIYWK.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa215aXA4QTU1Z2NvRmJHT0Y2dVBPWjZkVWNOQXxBQ3Jtc0tuMExYZ21CTGVCTS1aMWdGREE5aXBJOTc2dkp0LXhrVmxJMlAzblhMYmlNRkJOcUR4UHNvTktfakdnTXNCazRBYmZWc0N1dkpYeGxidFBxRGlNMVY4eFh4eE1pOF9laVJ4VFNXZXNXVF93U1BoNFVxVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F2amIYWK..&v=sQyrx0LJ6tY]. Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/125105676 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjdfMEZDMFl5WDAwdjNUNHRQbmxzRGw0b2hzUXxBQ3Jtc0ttUVFvd2lvcVFyUmVzMWo3dGlkandzZFJPdEg1UmFTRHozQXFpcVNzRUNZdDRISkFNVzRoTGlSVGEzMG1KbGZ1R2JiR1kyelpXQk5zYThXVlRtZnFsSUcxdmZPbzdwejZZeHlVSTV0anNkd0o0TVdoZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fiheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F125105676&v=sQyrx0LJ6tY] Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81e.. [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXdscllld1pCZmw4ZFdkNkFScmZhd1RsUmJTZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttT1VyUUN1ZnUzSk1URWJTelZ0d01lbUplZFp6OXJWSTFMRmJPWmgxOTBZSF9kV0diekhCWERydXBzYU51OFRHaGZ3alh0eGJDRzV0aF9QVFViQl9UTWlhdDc2VXVjd3JWNHZPTlprN2dPZE8xc3JVZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmusic.amazon.com%2Fpodcasts%2F81e..&v=sQyrx0LJ6tY]. YouTube: https: //music.youtube.com/podcast/Zv8kbLBeJwc [https://music.youtube.com/podcast/Zv8kbLBeJwc]

Do You Know Newton: Episode 11: Where does Newton's water come from?

James Brown, the Director of Water Resources, shared insights on the science behind producing the best-tasting water in Georgia. Discover more about the dedicated Lake Varner team managing the daily operations of Water Resources, providing residents of Newton County and surrounding areas with access to refreshing water.   To stay informed on Newton County Government we live stream Board of Commissioner Meetings every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Tuesday of the month here on YouTube. Visit our Agenda Center for full detailed agenda, https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter [https://www.co.newton.ga.us/AgendaCenter]   Stay connected with us! Follow us on our social platforms for the latest updates and community news: Instagram: / newtoncountygov Facebook: / newtoncountyga Twitter: / newtoncounty   Where you can listen to the Podcast: PodBean: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-myaku-1.. [https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-myaku-1..]. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2amIYWK... [https://open.spotify.com/show/2amIYWK...] Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/125105676 [https://iheart.com/podcast/125105676] Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81e... [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81e...] YouTube: https: //music.youtube.com/podcast/Zv8kbLBeJwc