Johnson County seeks provider for Juvenile Justice Diversion Expansion Programming

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications to implement the Juvenile Pre-Charge Diversion Coordination and Expansion Program in Johnson County. Pre-Charge Diversion programming will utilize best practices in juvenile justice and positive youth development to decrease youth involvement with the juvenile justice system and decrease disproportionality of youth of color in juvenile justice systems.

Orval Yoder Turnpike Bridge over Old Mans Creek closed for construction starting Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Weather permitting, the Orval Yoder Turnpike Bridge over Old Mans Creek will be closed to traffic starting Tuesday, September 6, 2022. This location is in southwestern Johnson County along Orval Yoder Turnpike SW south of Black Diamond Road SW/F52. Work includes bridge deck patching and concrete overlay, concrete approach paving, repair of undermined abutments, and painting of steel pile piers.

Construction is anticipated to be completed before November 2022. Cramer and Associates, Inc. of Grimes, Iowa is the prime contractor.

Construction begins Tuesday, September 6, 2022 on Half Moon Avenue Bridge over Deer Creek

Weather permitting, construction will begin on the Half Moon Avenue Bridge over Deer Creek starting Tuesday, September 6, 2022. The bridge is currently closed and will remain closed until construction is complete. This location is in west central Johnson County along Half Moon Avenue SW south of 340th Street SW and Interstate 80. Work includes complete bridge reconstruction, approach roadway, and grading.

Construction is anticipated to be completed by December 2022. Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa is the prime contractor.

Make a difference in Johnson County: Apply for a volunteer board or commission

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is seeking volunteers to serve on various County boards and commissions. Board and commission members serve in an advisory role to help direct policy by making suggestions and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors and County staff.

Vacancies are available on the following Johnson County boards and commissions:

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