COMMUNITY SERVICE CHANGES AND BUSINESS HOURS RELATED COVID-19

With the onset of COVID-19, many local businesses have altered hours and service to customers. The Johnston Chamber of Commerce is providing updates to their website daily with business tools and information on the following to help support local business...

COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS) CLOSURES AND UPDATES

The health and wellness of the City of Johnston residents and employees is a top priority. At this time, City operations will continue as usual unless the situation changes in the coming days. The City will continue to monitor the COVID-19 outbreak and wi...

IOWA SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF PROGRAM GRANT

On Monday, March 23, 2020, Governor Reynolds announced a new Iowa Small Business Relief Program that will provide financial assistance to small businesses and tax deferrals to any Iowa businesses that have been economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandem...

CITY OF JOHNSTON PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS AND TRAIL USERS

In accordance with CDC guidelines and state recommendations pertaining to COVID-19, City leaders and staff want to share important information about City parks and trails. We encourage residents to enjoy the outdoors, exercise and get fresh air, but doing...

U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA) ISSUED DISASTER DECLARATION

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued a disaster declaration for the state of Iowa. The declaration allows pandemic-impacted small businesses to apply for low-interest support loans.

Applications can be made and monitored via the SBA&...

PROTECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FROM BECOMING VICTIM TO A SCAM

The Johnston Police Department continues to monitor the COVID-109 situation around the nation and state.

We have become aware of coronavirus-related scams in other communities. It is terrible that people prey on fear, but we see this during and after every...

COMMUNITY EVENT CANCELLATIONS

In light of recommendations from the CDC and Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, we are canceling the following scheduled events. The health and well-being of our residents and staff is our top priority. We will evaluate future events and provide updates to this ...

COMPOST IT! SEASON BEGINS APRIL 6 IN JOHNSTON

Metro Waste Authority’s Compost It! program collects yard waste in Johnston, beginning Monday, Apr. 6.

Residents can purchase Compost It! brand bags and stickers at local grocers and hardware stores. The purchase of the bags or stickers covers th...

CITY OFFICES CLOSE TO GENERAL PUBLIC IN EFFORT TO PREVENT SPREAD OF COVID-19

In an effort to implement social distancing practices recommended to slow the spread of COVID-19, the City of Johnston offices, including Public Works, City Hall, and Crown Point Community Center, will be closed to the public effective Wednesday, March 18...

JOHNSTON CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES FY 2021 BUDGET

The Johnston City Council unanimously approved the City’s budget for the Fiscal Year 2021 on Monday, March 16, 2020. The budget adopted will facilitate growth while ensuring priorities are met. The new budget will go into effect on July 1, 2020....

MARCH IS THE TIME TO REMOVE DYING ASH TREES

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), is an exotic beetle that was discovered in southeastern Michigan in 2002. This larva feeds on the inner bark of ash trees, disrupting the ability to transport water and nutrients. Most trees remain relatively stable after they die...

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.This is the second phase of the input ...

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. Trees will be available for pickup at Crown P...

PIONEER PARKWAY TRAIL UPCOMING TREE REMOVAL

For more than 35-years, Pioneer Parkway has been lined with silver maple trees. These fast-growing, softwood trees provide shade, beauty, and some benefits to wildlife. It would be difficult to imagine Pioneer Parkway without these trees.

As we began the p...

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 in their homes. With Daylight Savings Time quickly approaching, the JGMFD reminds residents to check their smoke and carbon monox...

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 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Johnston City Hall, located ...

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. T...

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. As a resident, you can pay your bill by mailing a check, dropping off payment at City Hall in the dropbox right inside ...

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. Please bring your ID for proof of residency. Branches cannot be larger...

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.

Park users may continue using park shelters during ...

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. Additionally, the City focused consi...