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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM CHECKS

The Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department (JGMFD) is proud to serve both communities to ensure the safety of residents. With Daylight Savings Time quickly approaching, they remind residents to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Read on...
ANNUAL TREE SALE BEGINS APRIL 14

The City of Johnston is selling trees to residents at a reduced price of $30 per tree. A pre-sale of trees begins on Tuesday, April 14 at 8 a.m. at Johnston City Hall, located at 6221 Merle Hay Road. Read on...
PROVIDE INPUT ON WHAT MAKES JOHNSTON THRIVE

Johnston City leaders and staff are planning for the next 20 years, and we need your thoughts and ideas on what makes Johnston Thrive. Providing your input will help us better understand where concerns and issues are. Read on...
PIONEER PARKWAY TRAIL UPCOMING TREE REMOVAL

For more than 35-years, Pioneer Parkway has been lined with silver maple trees. As we began designing a trial along this roadway, we wanted to keep in mind the benefits of these trees while also providing the safest route for pedestrians and bicycles. Read on...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - FY 2021 PROPOSED MAXIMUM PROPERTY TAX LEVY

The Johnston City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed maximum property tax levy for the Fiscal Year 2021 (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021) on March 2, 2020, at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 6221 Merle Hay Rd. Read on...
FISH ATTRACTORS ADDED TO TERRA LAKE PARK

Anglers should see improved fishing opportunities at Terra Park after Johnston Parks staff added fish attractors to the lake. Fish attractors are important in lakes and ponds that require additional structure for freshwater fish. Read on...
THREE OFFICERS RECEIVE LETTERS OF COMMENDATION

During the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, three Johnston Police Officers received letters of commendation to recognize their compassion and commitment to the citizens they serve, and for bringing an individual to safety during a crisis. Read on...
KITE BUILDING WORKSHOPS

The Kites on the Green committee is gearing up for the seventh annual Kites on the Green event, which will be held on May 2, 2020. Three upcoming kite building workshops are available for you to attend to build a kite for free before the big event. Read on...
MEMBERS OF JGMFD TO CLIMB IN HONOR OF SERGEANT MARTIN

On Sunday, March 29, members of the Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department will climb in full gear to raise funds for the Fight for Air Climb. They are climbing in memory of Johnston Police Sergeant Martin who passed away from lung cancer in 2015. Read on...
PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES FINANCE TRANSPARENCY TO JOHNSTON RESIDENTS

The City is excited to announce a partnership with a financial software vendor, Tyler Technologies, providing transparency in budget data. Residents can access real-time financial information, which is updated weekly through Tyler Socrata Open Finance. Read on...
OPTIONS TO PAY YOUR UTILITY BILL

Each month, Johnston residents receive a utility bill that contains billing for water, sewer, garbage, recycling, and a stormwater fee. Residents have a variety of opportunities to pay their bill. Read on...
TRIM YOUR TREES NOW FOR BEST RESULTS

Late fall and winter is the best time to trim most trees, and the only time you should prune oaks and elms. Trimming your tree while it is dormant will minimize the chances of diseases and insects from impacting your tree. Read on...
FREE TREE BRANCH & TIRE DISPOSAL

On April 23 through 25, Johnston residents can drop off branches, limbs and passenger vehicle tires at the Public Works Facility, located at 6400 NW Beaver Drive, at no cost. Read on...
CITY PARK RESTROOMS CLOSED FOR WINTER

City of Johnston’s park restrooms and outdoor drinking fountains will be closing for the winter season today, Tuesday, Oct. 29. Restrooms at Terra, Lew Clarkson, and Dewey Park will reopen in spring 2020. Read on...
CITY REPORTS $66+ MILLION IN NEW TAXABLE VALUATION IN 2019

The City of Johnston is proud to report 2019 as a solid growth year for our community, led by $66.6 million in new taxable valuation. This includes 213 new residential units and $6.8 million in new commercial projects. Read on...