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.

Second installment of property taxes due, late payment penalties begin April 1, 2026

Johnson County property owners are reminded that the second installment of property and mobile home taxes is due March 1, 2026. Payments need to be delivered to the Treasurer’s Office, paid online or postmarked by Tuesday, March 31, 2026, to avoid a 1 ? percent monthly penalty that will begin on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

In-person payments must be made at the Treasurer’s Office, located at the Johnson County Administration Building at 913 S. Dubuque St. in Iowa City. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Presidents Day 2026 hours for Johnson County governmental offices

Most Johnson County governmental offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. 

Detailed schedule changes and other office closures include: 

Ambulance: Johnson County Ambulance Service (JCAS) will be available for routine and emergency response. The JCAS billing and administrative offices will be closed. Emergency services remain available 365 days a year. In an emergency, residents should always dial 911. 

Johnson County seeks public input for new strategic plan

Johnson County is developing a new strategic plan to guide County priorities, policies, and budget decisions over the next three to five years and is seeking community input. The strategic plan will serve as a roadmap for setting priorities, measuring progress, and adapting to new opportunities and challenges as they arise.