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CITY OFFICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC THROUGH DECEMBER 14

Due to the continued increase in COVID-19 cases and the safety and well-being of our residents and employees, Johnston is extending all City office and public building closures (including the Library) through Monday, Dec. 14. Read on...
MAYOR'S RUN FOR FOOD MARKS ITS SIXTH YEAR

Mayor Paula Dierenfeld is at it again for the sixth year in a row! She has issued another challenge to Johnston residents this holiday season. Her goal is to reach 1,000 miles. But due to COVID-19, monetary donations are preferred this year. Read on...
MAYOR DIERENFELD ISSUES PROCLAMATION OF EMERGENCY STRONGLY ENCOURAGING USE OF FACE MASKS

Johnston Mayor Paula Dierenfeld issued a proclamation, and it was approved by Council on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, encouraging the observance of public health practices to slow the spread of COVID-19. The proclamation will remain in effect until rescinded. Read on...
WINTER COLLECTION IN JOHNSTON

For two weeks only, Johnston residents can have their tree picked up curbside for the small cost of a Compost It! sticker. Please make sure all ornaments, lights, and wires have been removed. Wreaths and garlands are not accepted. Read on...
CITY OFFICES AND LIBRARY CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

Johnston City offices and the library will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Read on...
CITY WELCOMES NEW DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF

The Johnston Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department is pleased to announce Brynne Burrough was selected as Deputy Fire Chief. Deputy Fire Chief’s first day is Monday, Nov. 30, 2020. Read on...
FEEDBACK WANTED – COMMUNITY SURVEY DELIVERED TO RESIDENTS IN NOVEMBER

During early to mid-November, some randomly-chosen Johnston residents will receive a community survey in the mail from ETC Institute. The randomly-chosen residents also have the opportunity to fill out the survey online or by phone. Read on...
BEARDS BEHIND THE BADGE

Johnston Police Officers may look a little different during November and December as they grow beards to raise funds for a good cause. The funds raised will be given to Starts Right Here. Read on...
GOVERNOR SIGNS NEW PROCLAMATION EXTENDING STATE’S PUBLIC HEALTH DECLARATION

On Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, the Governor updated the State's Public Health Emergency Declaration, extending all in-place health mitigation efforts through Nov. 30, 2020. Read on...
PROPERLY DISPOSE OF AMERICAN FLAGS

Retiring an American flag requires the proper disposal. The community flag drop box, located behind the Public Safety building, 6373 Merle Hay Rd., was part of an Eagle Scout project. Read on...
PINK PATCHES RAISE MONEY FOR A GOOD CAUSE

The Johnston Police Department took part in the Pink Patch Project, a collaborative public campaign for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Through donations and patch sales, the department raised $2,767.70 for Susan G. Komen Greater Iowa. Read on...
TROUT RELEASED AT TERRA LAKE

The Johnston Parks Department and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources released 1,000 rainbow trout into Terra Lake on Friday, Oct. 30. The 1,000 rainbow trout are around 10" in length. 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...

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Johnston Alternative Gift Market
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CITY OFFICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC THROUGH DECEMBER 14

MAYOR'S RUN FOR FOOD MARKS ITS SIXTH YEAR

MAYOR DIERENFELD ISSUES PROCLAMATION OF EMERGENCY STRONGLY ENCOURAGING USE OF FACE MASKS

WINTER COLLECTION IN JOHNSTON

CITY OFFICES AND LIBRARY CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

CITY WELCOMES NEW DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF

FEEDBACK WANTED – COMMUNITY SURVEY DELIVERED TO RESIDENTS IN NOVEMBER

BEARDS BEHIND THE BADGE

GOVERNOR SIGNS NEW PROCLAMATION EXTENDING STATE’S PUBLIC HEALTH DECLARATION

PROPERLY DISPOSE OF AMERICAN FLAGS

PINK PATCHES RAISE MONEY FOR A GOOD CAUSE

TROUT RELEASED AT TERRA LAKE

MUNICIPAL UTILITY PAYMENT OPTIONS INCLUDING DROP BOX

CITY PARK RESTROOMS CLOSING FOR WINTER

BREAST CANCER RECIPIENT RECEIVES FUNDRAISING CHECK

NORTHWEST POLK COUNTY RESIDENTS’ CHOICE FAVORITES IN JOHNSTON

FLIGHT DONATED TO THE JOHNSTON ARTS COUNCIL

HISTORY OF JOHNSTON CITY HALL

BE A PARTICIPANT IN THE RAIN CAMPAIGN

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