Johnson County government to require face masks in facilities based on CDC guidance

Johnson County, Iowa – Based on recommendations from the Johnson County Public Health Department (JCPH), the Johnson County Board of Supervisors voted on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, to require all visitors and Johnson County employees to wear face coverings in all Johnson County government buildings, regardless of vaccination status. The face coverings must cover both nose and mouth.

The face-covering mandate is effective Friday, Aug. 13, 2021, through Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, and is subject to change, pending guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and JCPH.

VITA providing free tax preparation assistance for qualifying residents through April 9, 2025

Tax season just got easier for qualifying households in Johnson County. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free tax preparation services for low-to-moderate income residents, thanks to trained volunteers from the Johnson County Social Services Department.

Judicial Magistrate Appointing Commission vacancy

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors announces one vacancy on the Johnson County Judicial Magistrate Appointing Commission to fill a six-year term beginning upon appointment and expiring Dec. 31, 2026.

Responsibilities include interviewing and appointing Judicial Magistrates. After appointment, the commission must certify to the Clerk of Courts and Chief Judge the name and addresses of the magistrates appointed. This commission meets on an as-needed basis to interview and appoint and/or reappoint Judicial Magistrates for Johnson County.

Food Policy Council forum, “From Policy to Plate: Unpacking the LFPA in Johnson County,” rescheduled for February 1

The 10th annual Johnson County Food Policy Council public forum is rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at the Iowa Conservatory, 123 N Linn St, Iowa City. The forum will be from 9 to 11 a.m., with doors opening to the public at 8:30 a.m.