Johnson County government to require face masks in facilities based on CDC guidance

Johnson County, Iowa – Based on recommendations from the Johnson County Public Health Department (JCPH), the Johnson County Board of Supervisors voted on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, to require all visitors and Johnson County employees to wear face coverings in all Johnson County government buildings, regardless of vaccination status. The face coverings must cover both nose and mouth.

The face-covering mandate is effective Friday, Aug. 13, 2021, through Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, and is subject to change, pending guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and JCPH.

Pocket Prairie Program expands; homeowners throughout Johnson County eligible

Homeowners throughout Johnson County are eligible for the Johnson County Soil Health Pocket Prairie Program, which helps convert turf grass into pocket prairies. Priority will be given to residents of the unincorporated area (outside city limits).

Residents of Johnson County’s unincorporated area can apply online beginning at 9 a.m. CT, Wednesday, July 1. Residents within any city in Johnson County can apply beginning at 9 a.m. CT, Wednesday, July 15, for any spots that remain open. Approval for participation will be first-come, first-served based on applicant group.

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