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Posted on: May 26, 2023

GET BUSTED IN A GOOD WAY BY JOHNSTON POLICE THIS SUMMER

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Starting June 1 and ending on September 2, the Johnston Police Department will be monitoring the community for children who are practicing safe bicycle habits. If a police officer observes a child exhibiting good habits, they will be recognized through th...

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Posted on: May 24, 2023

CITYWIDE TRAFFIC STUDY PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE, JUNE 28

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The City of Johnston is hosting a Public Open House to discuss the Johnston Citywide Traffic Study on Wednesday, June 28. The study aims to evaluate traffic congestion, with a particular focus on the safety and operations of arterials and intersections th...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

CITY OFFICE BUILDINGS AND LIBRARY CLOSED ON MEMORIAL DAY, COLLECTION DELAYED

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All Johnston City offices and the Johnston Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 29 for the Memorial Day holiday. City employees look forward to serving you when we return on Tuesday, May 30. Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one da...

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Posted on: May 23, 2023

CITY OF JOHNSTON RECEIVES COMMUNITY GRANT FOR SEWER EXTENSION PROJECT

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The City of Johnston, Iowa has been designated as a recipient for a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) grant under the FY22 Consolidated Appropriations Act. This grant provides partial funding of $1,000,000 for expansions to the City of Johnston&...

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Posted on: May 19, 2023

MEMBERS OF THE JOHNSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT RECEIVE RECOGNITION

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Every year, the Johnston Police Department acknowledges its members for their swift response during service calls and for their excellent leadership and professionalism. Congratulations to all these members for their well-earned recognition.

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

JOHNSTON POLICE WARN RESIDENTS OF NEW IMPOSTER SCAM

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The Johnston Police Department are warning residents about a new imposter scam. The scammers are impersonating a member of the Johnston Police Department. While impersonating, the scammers will attempt to solicit payment.

"Calls threatening you or ask...

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

JOHNSTON RECEIVES GRANT FOR IA-141 AND TOWNER DRIVE INTERCHANGE

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The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) announces more than $16 million in grant awards for 16 projects around Greater Des Moines. The City of Johnston is a $500,000 recipient of a Surface Transportation Block Grant for the IA-141 and...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

APPLY TO SERVE ON A BOARD OR COMMISSION

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Serving on a board or commission is one gratifying way to help your community move forward. On June 30, 2023, there are many terms expiring for citizens serving on city boards and commissions. Learn about each of these boards and commissions and how you c...

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

JOHNSTON CITY COUNCIL APPROVES FISCAL YEAR 2024 BUDGET

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The Johnston City Council adopted and approved the city's budget and Capital Improvement Projects budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024. The FY 2024 budget, which begins July 1, 2023, reflects the economic impacts caused by inflation, an increase in t...

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP-OFF

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Dispose of household hazardous waste like bleach, rechargeable batteries, oil-based paints, and lawn chemicals on the 2nd Saturday of each month through November. The drop-off time is 8:00 a.m. to noon., at Metro Northwest Transfer Station in Grimes. Recy...

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Posted on: April 19, 2023

MOWING REMINDERS

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It’s that time of year!  The grass is growing, and lawns need to be mowed. The City of Johnston wants to remind all residents of a few mowing tips to keep our community thriving.

Did you know it is illegal to discharge grass clippings an...

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Posted on: April 17, 2023

JOHNSTON RECEIVES THE 2022 TREE CITY USA GROWTH AWARD

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The City of Johnston was recently honored with the 2022 Tree City USA Growth Award at the 32nd Annual Community Forestry Awards Luncheon in Ankeny. The award was presented by the Arbor Day Foundation and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources on April 1...

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

CITY OF JOHNSTON AWARDED TREE GRANT THROUGH MIDAMERICAN ENERGY TO HELP SAVE ON ENERGY COSTS

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On Monday, April 3, 2023, MidAmerican Energy presented a $3,000 grant check to city leaders for the company’s “Trees Please!” energy efficiency program.          &ldqu...

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Posted on: January 30, 2023

SIGN UP AND STAY INFORMED WITH CITY NOTIFICATIONS

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Here in Johnston, we wish to keep our residents and businesses informed on the happenings within our community. Below are ways you can sign up to receive email and/or text alerts. Also, be sure you have downloaded our City of Johnston app from Google Play...

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

POLICE OFFICER JOINS THE JOHNSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

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On Monday, February 6, 2023, Mayor Paula Dierenfeld swore in one new Johnston police officer. The department proudly welcomes Officer Collins.

Officer Collins joined the Johnston Police Department from the Arapahoe County Colorado Sheriff’s Office...

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