Cemetary Database Access

Cemetary Database
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This site shows all cemetery plots in our two cemetery’s in town as well as vacant plots available for purchase. The link provided will take you to a PDF document “How to” for navigating the website.

 

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SHARON, IOWA
Better known as New Sharon, Iowa was developed in 1856 and occupies approximately one square mile in Mahaska county. Today, it is a friendly little town of approximately 1300 people – way out in the middle of everywhere – 12 miles north of Oskaloosa, 17 miles south of Grinnell and 15 miles east of Pella. Through more than a century and a half of growth, our town has kept its charm and beauty. NEW SHARON, IOWA  50207

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Mayoral Vacancy

 

To the Electors of the City of New Sharon, Iowa :

Meeting Date: 2/5/2025

Meeting Time: 06:00 PM

Meeting Location: New Sharon City Hall

101 S. Main St New Sharon Iowa.

The City of New Sharon will be appointing someone to fill a vacancy on the City Council.

The term will be for the months prior to November and then will need to be on the ballot for the General Election in November of 2025.

Anyone interested in filling this position should contact the City Clerk at New Sharon City Hall and this vacancy will be appointed and filled at the February 5th council meeting

Lisa Munn
City Clerk

City Hall
101 S. Main Street
New Sharon, Iowa

February 5th, 2025

Help Wanted
The City of New Sharon is looking to fill a part time cemetery mowing position.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated individual for a part-time cemetery mowing position beginning the spring of 2025. This role involves maintaining the beauty and integrity of the cemetery grounds through effective lawn care and landscape maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a passion for outdoor work and a commitment to preserving the serene environment of the cemetery.

Duties

  • Perform regular mowing of grass areas to ensure neat and tidy appearance.
  • Utilize hand tools and power tools for various landscaping tasks, including trimming and edging.
  • Assist in general groundskeeping duties, ensuring pathways and memorials are clear of debris.
  • Report any maintenance issues or concerns regarding equipment or grounds to management.

Skills

  • Must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license
  • Familiarity with power tools like lawnmowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on maintaining a clean and respectful environment.
  • Physical stamina to perform outdoor work in various weather conditions.
  • Criminal Background checks will be performed prior to employment.
  • Applications can be picked up at New Sharon City Hall or downloaded from the City’s website at www.newsharoniowa.com. Applications can also be mailed to PO Box 507 New Sharon, IA 50207. Applications will be accepted until Friday, January 31st, 2025.

Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: No more than 28 per week

Application here -

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Dog Leash Requirement

Code of Ordinances
55.09 LEASHING

Any person owning a dog shall confine the same from running at large.

It is the duty of every person owning a dog to:

1. Confine the dog by good and sufficient means; or

2. Cause the dog to be under the control of a person competent to restrain and control the dog, either by leash, cord, chain or other similar restraint of sufficient strength and not more than six (6) feet in length; or

3. Properly restrain in a motor vehicle, or keep the dog in a veterinary hospital or registered kennel.

A muzzled dog shall not be deemed to have been restrained unless the above conditions are also met.

FY2025 BUDGET

2024 Annual Financial ReportNational Pollutant DischargeSmall Business Grant APP

Code of ORDINANCES
CODE of ORDINANCES 2021
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Updated Code of Ordinaces APPROVED: 03-Feb-2021

The Code of Ordinances of the City of New Sharon, Iowa were approved after a Public Hearing. The new Code of Ordinances can be viewed by clicking the image above, or by visiting the menu option Ordinances (Building Permit) on the launch page of this website.
2014 Audit Results

A copy of the June, 2014 audit report is available for review in the City Clerk’s office, in the Office of the Auditor of State and on the Auditor of the State’s website.
Audit Report

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snowordinance

City snow ordinances – read the PDF document of Ordinances relating to snow removal requirements; including your responsibility as a property owner along with those that maintain the properties of others.
Snow Ordinances

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A copy of the 2017 Water Quality report is available for your review. Clicking on the icon will take you to the PDF report.
Water Quality