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Johnson County approves survey to gather public input on future of jail, sheriff’s office

For 44 years, Johnson County’s Jail in Iowa City has housed inmates all across the county. As of late, it’s done so less effectively. A 2023 assessment by Axiom Consultants determined that the jail ...
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Univ. of Iowa survey finds majority of people in favor of a new county jail

JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - A majority of people in Johnson County say they would support a bond referendum to build a new jail. That’s according to a survey report from the University of Iowa.
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Johnson County Supervisors to meet with Iowa City City Council to discuss potential jail plans

JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Johnson County Board of Supervisors will be joining the Iowa City City Council in a joint session, one of the bigger agenda items is the future of the Johnson County ...
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Johnson County moves forward with potential new jail, many still concerned over cost

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - A Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee meeting on Thursday night confirmed Johnson County is moving forward with plans to build a new jail and law enforcement office. This ...