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.

Survey on Johnson County non-metro area housing is open until September 30

The public is invited to take an online survey about non-metro area housing in Johnson County. The non-metro area includes the unincorporated area, villages and the six small cities of Hills, Lone Tree, Oxford, Shueyville, Solon and Swisher. The study area also includes manufactured home parks in the county. 

Johnson County requesting proposals for a consultant to facilitate and develop strategic plan

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is seeking proposals for a qualified consultant to facilitate and develop the county’s next strategic plan. The plan is expected to guide County operations and decision-making for the next three to five years.

Consultants interested in submitting proposals should demonstrate experience in successfully developing consensus-based strategic plans, have strong facilitation skills, and have proven experience with local government strategic planning.