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Johnson County, Iowa has a variety of resources available for county residents, from information about upcoming elections to places to report county road issues that need to be fixed. Find the information you’re looking for here!

 

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County News

Jul 8, 2025
Johnson County online portal for development and building permit applications will launch July 14

Johnson County will launch a new online portal for development and building permit applications Monday, July 14.  

The new platform will make it easier for residents, business owners, contractors and others to submit building permit and development…

In: Planning, Development and Sustainability
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Jun 27, 2025
Independence Day 2025 hours for Johnson County departments and offices

Most Johnson County governmental departments and offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Detailed schedule changes include:

Ambulance: Johnson County Ambulance Service (JCAS) will be available for routine…

In: Board of Supervisors
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Jun 25, 2025
Homeowners in unincorporated Johnson County eligible for Pocket Prairie Program

Homeowners in unincorporated Johnson County are eligible for a program to add pocket prairies to their landscapes. Eligible homeowners can apply online beginning at 9 a.m., Tuesday, July 1.

The program is a collaboration between Johnson County and Master Gardeners of…

In: Planning, Development and Sustainability
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Jun 23, 2025
Fireworks Laws for July 4th Holiday, 2025

The 4th of July holiday is almost here! To help you celebrate safely (and legally), we've taken the time to compile some of the fireworks ordinances in Johnson County. Commercial (consumer) fireworks are allowed ONLY during these times and dates listed for each locality.…

In: Sheriff
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Jun 20, 2025
Additional Reported Cases of Measles in Iowa

Additional Reported Cases of Measles in Iowa


Johnson County, Iowa – Johnson County Public Health and Iowa Health and Human Services have confirmed three additional cases of Measles that are locally acquired household contacts of our original…

In: Public Health
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Jun 18, 2025
Johnson County seeking quotes for rumble strip installation on F12 (140th St NE)

2025 Rumble Strips

Please download the project packet below for detailed instructions for submitting a quote.

Quotes will be accepted until Monday, July 01, 2025 at 4:00 P.M.

In: Secondary Roads
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Jun 16, 2025
Johnson County to host public input sessions on non-metro area housing June 26

Johnson County will host two public input sessions Thursday, June 26, for community members to learn about and share ideas on housing issues in the County’s non-metro area. This includes the unincorporated area, villages and the six small cities of Hills, Lone Tree, Oxford,…

In: Planning, Development and Sustainability
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Jun 12, 2025
JCSO Press Release 6.12.25

For Immediate Release

Iowa City Man Cited After Crash Involving a Johnson County Deputy

June 12, 2025 (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA) – On June 12, 2025, at 7:20am, a Johnson County Deputy was northbound in the 1300 block of Highway 965 near Swisher when he was…

In: Sheriff
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Jun 12, 2025
JCAO News Release 6.11.25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Grandson and Daughter in Iowa City Charged with Financial Exploitation of Elderly Family Member

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA) – Keelan France, age 26, and Nicole Linderholm, age 49, both of Iowa City, have each been…

In: County Attorney
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Jun 11, 2025
Confirmed Case of Measles in Johnson County – Public Exposure Notice

Johnson County Public Health and Iowa Health and Human Services has confirmed a case of measles in Johnson County in an unvaccinated child who was exposed during international travel. To date, this is the third case reported in the state of Iowa. During the infectious period…

In: Public Health
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Jun 10, 2025
Preparing for Independence Day? Review the Johnson County fireworks law before the holiday

Independence Day is approaching. Residents are encouraged to review fireworks regulations in advance of the holiday, including new rules that take effect July 1 in Johnson County.

On Oct. 24, 2024, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors amended regulations relating…

In: Board of Supervisors
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Jun 9, 2025
Juneteenth 2025 hours for Johnson County departments and office

Most Johnson County governmental departments and offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of Juneteenth.

 

Detailed schedule changes follow.

Ambulance: Johnson County Ambulance Service (JCAS) will be…

In: Board of Supervisors
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  • What roads in the county are closed for construction?
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