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BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REDUCE IRRIGATION BY 25 PERCENT

The City of Johnston has implemented Stage 1 of the metro area’s Water Shortage Plan because of drought-induced low river levels and record-breaking customer demand for water. Read on...
JOHNSTON'S SPECIAL ELECTION IS JUNE 22

The Johnston special election will take place on Tuesday, June 22. Polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Read on...
FIREWORKS USAGE NOT PERMITTED IN JOHNSTON

As you finalize plans this 4th of July, be sure you obey the City of Johnston’s fireworks ordinance. Discharging fireworks within city limits is illegal. Novelty fireworks like sparklers and snakes are allowed. Read on...
DONATE USED SPORTS EQUIPMENT

The Kosovo committee is in need of your help to get kids in the proper gear they need to play sports. If you have used sports equipment, they want it! Read on...
USE DESIGNATED DETOUR ROUTES AND OBEY RESIDENTIAL SPEED LIMITS

Several street construction projects are underway or beginning throughout the city. To ensure the safety of construction workers, drivers are asked to follow the designated detour routes and obey the 25-mph speed limit on residential streets. Read on...
UPPER PONDS AT TERRA LAKE

The Johnston Parks & Recreation Department is working to repair the reciprocating pump for the waterfall feature at the lake. We understand this is a very popular feature, especially with the heat we have been experiencing. Read on...
JOHNSTON POLICE RECOGNIZE A GRADUATE MEMBER

The Johnston Police Department is pleased to recognize, Lieutenant Jensen, a recent graduate from the 490th School of Police Staff and Command program at Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety. Read on...
JOHNSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT WELCOMES OFFICER HOLTRY

The Johnston Police Department welcomed a new member to their department on Monday, June 7, 2021, as Mayor Paula Dierenfeld officially swore in Officer Holtry. Read on...
SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY AND ROUTINE NOTIFICATIONS

The City of Johnston wants to make sure residents and visitors are safe and informed. The CivicReady mass notification system is a communication service available to our residents to receive emergency and routine notifications. Sign up today! Read on...
GET BUSTED IN A GOOD WAY BY JPD

The Johnston Police Department will be on the lookout this summer for kids in the community practicing good bicycle safety habits. Read on...
JOHNSTON'S OUTSTANDING BOND RATING IS AFFIRMED BY S&P

The City of Johnston is pleased to announce the Standard and Poor's Global Ratings has assigned its AA+ long-term rating to Johnston’s 2021A General Obligation (GO) bonds and affirmed its AA+ long-term rating for the City's existing GO debt. Read on...
CITY OF JOHNSTON UPDATES GUIDELINES ON FACE COVERINGS

In light of the updated COVID-19 recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, the City of Johnston has rescinded the March 2020 and November 2020 proclamations that required the use of masks in city-owned buildings. Read on...
SIGN UP FOR THE MAYOR'S RUN FOR THE TRAILS 5K + KIDS FUN RUN

Lace-up your shoes for the 10th annual Mayor's Run for the Trails 5k + Kids fun run. This race will take place on Saturday, Aug. 21, at Terra Park. Read on...
UPDOWN "FLIES" TO A NEW HOME WITHIN THE CITY OF JOHNSTON

You may recognize this iconic trike rider from Merle Hay Mall's fourth quarter of the 20th century. The bronze sculpture, UpDown, was created by artist, Mark Jacobsen. He will be unveiled Saturday, May 15, beginning at 11:45 a.m., east of City Hall. Read on...
MAKE SURE SIGNS ARE PROPERLY PLACED

Whether it’s a yard sale, political support, home rental, or hiring opportunities, yard signs are a great way to share messages. In Johnston, residents must place these signs on residential property. Read on...
JOHNSTON CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL ELECTION

Johnston residents interested in running for the open City Council seat have until Friday, Apr. 30, at 5 p.m. to file papers at the Polk County Election office. Read on...
JOHNSTON CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES FISCAL YEAR 2022 BUDGET

The Johnston City Council unanimously approved the City's budget for the Fiscal Year 2022 on Monday, Mar. 15, 2021. The budget was developed to deliver quality services while being fiscally conservative. The new budget will go into effect on July 1, 2021. Read on...

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Sun, Jun 20

Father's Day Fishing Event
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Mon, Jun 21

City Council Work Session
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Mon, Jun 21

Summer Solstice Sunset Kayaking
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Mon, Jun 21

City Council Meeting
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Tue, Jun 22

Johnston City Council Special Election
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Tue, Jun 22

Farmers Market
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Tue, Jun 22

Park Board Meeting
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Wed, Jun 23

Lunch and Lures
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Wed, Jun 23

Beginner Fishing Workshop
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Thu, Jun 24

Beginner Fishing Workshop
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BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REDUCE IRRIGATION BY 25 PERCENT

JOHNSTON'S SPECIAL ELECTION IS JUNE 22

FIREWORKS USAGE NOT PERMITTED IN JOHNSTON

DONATE USED SPORTS EQUIPMENT

USE DESIGNATED DETOUR ROUTES AND OBEY RESIDENTIAL SPEED LIMITS

UPPER PONDS AT TERRA LAKE

JOHNSTON POLICE RECOGNIZE A GRADUATE MEMBER

JOHNSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT WELCOMES OFFICER HOLTRY

SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY AND ROUTINE NOTIFICATIONS

GET BUSTED IN A GOOD WAY BY JPD

JOHNSTON'S OUTSTANDING BOND RATING IS AFFIRMED BY S&P

CITY OF JOHNSTON UPDATES GUIDELINES ON FACE COVERINGS

SIGN UP FOR THE MAYOR'S RUN FOR THE TRAILS 5K + KIDS FUN RUN

UPDOWN "FLIES" TO A NEW HOME WITHIN THE CITY OF JOHNSTON

MAKE SURE SIGNS ARE PROPERLY PLACED

JOHNSTON CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL ELECTION

JOHNSTON CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES FISCAL YEAR 2022 BUDGET

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