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.

Trip Connect expands evening ride service options for workers and students in Johnson County

Johnson County Social Services, in partnership with NTS Horizons, announces the launch of Trip Connect, a new transportation service piloted in the northern and metro regions of Johnson County. Officially launched on Dec. 11, 2024, Trip Connect is designed to provide affordable and convenient curb-to-curb rides to work and school during evening hours when traditional public transit options are unavailable.