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2020 ELECTION AND VOTING INFORMATION

The 2020 election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Read on...
ENJOY BEGGARS' NIGHT SAFELY THIS SEASON

Halloween is quickly approaching, and the City of Johnston encourages residents to continue to follow public health guidelines during this fall tradition by being creative with safe ways to enjoy! Read on...
MUNICIPAL UTILITY PAYMENT OPTIONS INCLUDING DROP BOX

Now that Johnston City Hall is in a new location, so is the utility payment drop box. It is located east of the entrance doors, just outside of the building. The City provides other utility payment options as well. Read on...
CITY PARK RESTROOMS CLOSING FOR WINTER

The City of Johnston’s park restrooms and outdoor drinking fountains will be closing over the next few weeks due to the impending cold weather. Read on...
NORTHWEST POLK COUNTY RESIDENTS’ CHOICE FAVORITES IN JOHNSTON

Each year, residents get the opportunity to vote on their favorite businesses and amenities in northwest Polk County. This year, the Johnston Public Library received the ‘Resident’s Choice Award,’ and Terra Park was the ‘runner-up’ in several categories. Read on...
JOHNSTON SCHEDULES PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE THRIVE 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

The Johnston City Council has set a public hearing schedule to consider the adoption of the Thrive 2040 Plan. This plan is a vision for City leaders to help guide the community’s future while preserving important natural resources. Read on...
TREE BRANCH AND LIMB DROP-OFF NOVEMBER 5-7

Johnston residents have an opportunity to get rid of branches and limbs in November. They can drop off, at no cost, at the Public Works Facility between November 5-7. Times of the dates do vary. Read on...
BREAST CANCER RECIPIENT RECEIVES FUNDRAISING CHECK

The Johnston-Grimes Professional Firefighters Local 4835 has been designing and selling t-shirts for six years to raise money for breast cancer awareness. On Tuesday, Oct. 13, Local 4835 presented a local recipient with a check from the t-shirt sales. Read on...
JOHNSTON CITY HALL OPENS TO THE PUBLIC

On Monday, Oct. 12, 2020, the new Johnston City Hall opened its doors to the public. City Hall is located in the Johnston Town Center, directly northeast of the existing building, and can be accessed from NW 63rd Pl. Read on...
FLIGHT DONATED TO THE JOHNSTON ARTS COUNCIL

Two Johnston residents generously donated the flight art sculpture to the Johnston Arts Council. The flight was set into place by the Parks & Recreation Department for the community to enjoy. Read on...
JOHNSTON POLICE TO PARTICIPATE IN PINK PATCH PROJECT

The Johnston Police Department is showing support for breast cancer research and treatment by selling special pink patches to raise money for Susan G. Komen. Members of the community have an opportunity to purchase one of the pink patches for $10. Read on...
S&P AFFIRMS JOHNSTON'S OUTSTANDING BOND RATING

The City of Johnston is pleased to announce the Standard and Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings has assigned its AA+ long-term rating to Johnston’s Taxable General Obligation (GO) Urban Renewal Capital Loan Notes, series 2020E. Read on...
HISTORY OF JOHNSTON CITY HALL

The Johnston City Hall has a significant amount of history, but after 34 years, we have outgrown the space, and the building is no longer able to be operated efficiently. On Monday, Oct. 12, the new City Hall will be open for business. Read on...
DRAINING POOLS AND SPAS BEFORE WINTER

As you prepare for winter, it is important to properly care for your pool and spa safely. Draining swimming pools and spas to storm drains can pollute streams and lakes with copper, chlorine and other chemicals. Read on...
COMPOST IT! SEASON ENDS NOVEMBER 24 IN JOHNSTON

Metro Waste Authority’s Compost It! program collects yard waste in Johnston, but it will end on Tuesday, Nov. 24. This is a great opportunity to dispose of those lawn clippings, twigs and leaves. Read on...
HIGH-SPEED FIBER COMING TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES

The City of Johnston leaders approved an agreement for a cutting-edge fiber optic telecommunication company, MetroNet, to begin construction of a network for high-speed fiber optic internet, TV and phone service throughout the community. Read on...
JOHNSTON UTILITY RATES

The City of Johnston water and irrigation rates increased slightly July 1, 2020, which was reflected on the August bill. The increases are based on operational needs and the rates are consistent with neighboring communities. Read on...
HELP KEEP STORM DRAINS CLEAR OF DEBRIS

Storm drains can become clogged with excess leaves, tree branches and trash, leading to storm drain back-ups that flood city streets, your yard, and possibly your basement! Please help and clear the debris from the drain near your home or business. Read on...
BE A PARTICIPANT IN THE RAIN CAMPAIGN

The City of Johnston has a homeowner grant program to assist homeowners in the completion of stormwater management projects. Homeowners could be eligible to receive up to $1,250 towards a qualifying project, such as soil quality restoration. Read on...
HOW TO PROPERLY PLANT A TREE

Planting a tree is easy, but it does require the proper steps. The Johnston Parks Department shows how to plant a tree in six easy steps. Read on...

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PROPERLY DISPOSE OF AMERICAN FLAGS

2020 ELECTION AND VOTING INFORMATION

ENJOY BEGGARS' NIGHT SAFELY THIS SEASON

MUNICIPAL UTILITY PAYMENT OPTIONS INCLUDING DROP BOX

CITY PARK RESTROOMS CLOSING FOR WINTER

NORTHWEST POLK COUNTY RESIDENTS’ CHOICE FAVORITES IN JOHNSTON

JOHNSTON SCHEDULES PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE THRIVE 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

TREE BRANCH AND LIMB DROP-OFF NOVEMBER 5-7

BREAST CANCER RECIPIENT RECEIVES FUNDRAISING CHECK

JOHNSTON CITY HALL OPENS TO THE PUBLIC

FLIGHT DONATED TO THE JOHNSTON ARTS COUNCIL

JOHNSTON POLICE TO PARTICIPATE IN PINK PATCH PROJECT

S&P AFFIRMS JOHNSTON'S OUTSTANDING BOND RATING

HISTORY OF JOHNSTON CITY HALL

DRAINING POOLS AND SPAS BEFORE WINTER

COMPOST IT! SEASON ENDS NOVEMBER 24 IN JOHNSTON

HIGH-SPEED FIBER COMING TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES

JOHNSTON UTILITY RATES

HELP KEEP STORM DRAINS CLEAR OF DEBRIS

BE A PARTICIPANT IN THE RAIN CAMPAIGN

HOW TO PROPERLY PLANT A TREE

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