The Johnson County Auditor’s Office is again partnering with the University of Iowa to offer students a hands-on learning experience in election administration this fall.
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University of Iowa students to gain hands-on election administration experience through Johnson County partnership
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Labor Day 2026 hour announced for Johnson County governmental offices
Most Johnson County governmental offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
Detailed schedule changes include:
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Additional Protection Against Measles in Iowa
Johnson County, Iowa – Iowa HHS and local public health agencies are investigating an evolving measles outbreak in southern Iowa. Due to the recent outbreak, Johnson County Public Health is recommending an accelerated MMR vaccination schedule.
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Juvenile Justice and Youth Development Policy Board vacancies
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors announces six vacancies on the Johnson County Juvenile Justice and Youth Development Policy Board.
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Morse Road NE closed to traffic August 17
Weather permitting, Morse Road NE at the intersection of Highway 1 will be closed to traffic on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.
Morse Road NE will also be closed near Morse for a bridge replacement project on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.
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Morse Road NE bridge over Rapid Creek closed to traffic beginning August 17
Weather permitting, the Morse Road NE bridge over Rapid Creek will close to traffic beginning Monday, Aug. 17, for bridge reconstruction.
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First installment of property taxes due September 1; late payment penalties begin October 1
The first installment of Johnson County property and mobile home taxes is due on Sept. 1, 2026. Other than tax sale redemptions, payments must be delivered to the Treasurer’s Office, paid online or postmarked by Sept. 30 to avoid a 1.5% monthly penalty that will begin Oct. 1.
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Post-election audit of Lone Tree Community School District special election confirms accuracy of election results
The Johnson County Auditor’s Office completed its post-election audit for the August 2, 2026 Lone Tree Community School District special election, confirming the accuracy of the election night results.
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Morse Road NE closed to traffic from August 10 through August 13
Weather permitting, Morse Road NE at the intersection of Highway 1 will be closed to traffic beginning Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
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Johnson County to host public informational sessions on proposed sheriff’s office and jail
Johnson County will host three public informational sessions about the proposed new sheriff's office and jail. The sessions will provide an overview of the proposal, explain the need for a new facility, and answer questions from the public.
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Johnson County approves bond referendum for November 3 election
During its formal meeting on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, the Board of Supervisors approved placing a $94.5 million general obligation bond referendum on the ballot for the Nov. 3, 2026, election.
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Morse Road NE paving project starting July 30
Weather permitting, construction on the Morse Road improvement project between Highway 1 and Wapsi Avenue is expected to begin Thursday, July 30, 2026. Construction activities will also take place on Turner Avenue.
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