During its formal meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the Board of Supervisors signed a purchase agreement for three parcels located on the NE corner of Capitol Street and Benton Street in Iowa City, for a total purchase price of $5.5 million.   

The property was selected for its location and is intended to serve as a long-term county asset for future development needs. Johnson County also owns property on the same block at 821 S. Clinton St.   

“This purchase agreement marks the culmination of three decades of negotiation and represents a generational investment for the residents of Johnson County,” Board of Supervisors Chairperson Jon Green said. “While we do not have immediate plans for the property, I recognize needs evolve and grow over the decades. When such a need arises in the future, the County will be well positioned to respond.”  

Future discussions regarding the site will take place during public meetings of the Board of Supervisors. A copy of the purchase agreement can be viewed in the agenda packet of the July 9, 2026, Board of Supervisors formal meeting at https://johnsoncountyiowa.gov/meetings.