2023 Fight For Air Climb

JGMFD and surrounding fire crews training on Merle Hay Road

The JGMFD crews and other metro departments (Clive, Urbandale, and Windsor Heights) are training at 5229 Merle Hay Road on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays over the new few weeks and will perform a burn of the home once the training is complete. The crews ...

2022 Award Recipients Recognized

The Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department recognized a few of their own during a recent annual awards banquet. The members were recognized for their accomplishments in 2022. 2022 Firefighter of the Year AwardThis 2022 Firefighter of the Ye...

Award Recipients Recognized

The following awards were 2021 recipients. Rookie of the Year – Samantha ReisingerThis year's 'Rookie of the Year' is a living example of how having a strong work ethic and dedication to personal growth will b...

Community events within Johnston and Grimes

View a list of upcoming community events where you can meet the firefighters and have a chance to interact and ask questions.

Importance of daylight saving time

Learn about the importance of daylight saving time and why it is a good reminder to check the dates on your detectors and change the batteries to keep you and your family safe.

CONTROLLED HOME BURN ALONG MERLE HAY ROAD

The Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department will conduct training and a controlled burn at 5229 Merle Hay Road on Thursday, March 30. The controlled burn is part of a training exercise and the home will be burned down following the training. ...

SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK IS MARCH 27-31, 2023

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa is March 27 - 31, 2023. As a resident or business, please use this to highlight the importance of being aware of and prepared for severe weather. This is an ideal time to review your household’s emergency pl...

ORDER KITES ON THE GREEN ATTIRE ONLINE THROUGH APRIL 8

The 10th Annual Kites on the Green will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The event is held at Johnston Commons Park, 6700 Merle Hay Road. We invite you to order attire to help celebrate Kites on the Green. The store will be o...

HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP-OFF

Dispose of household hazardous waste like bleach, rechargeable batteries, oil-based paints, and lawn chemicals on the 2nd Saturday of each month through November. The drop-off time is 8:00 a.m. to noon., at Metro Northwest Transfer Station in Grimes. Recy...

KITES ON THE GREEN FESTIVAL ON MAY 6

Join community members during the family-friendly festival featuring giant show kite displays, bol races, free kite building, live music, sidewalk art, face painting, visit with Johnston Police and Fire, learn about stormwater and enjoy delicious food!

APPLY TO SERVE ON A BOARD OR COMMISSION

Serving on a board or commission is one gratifying way to help your community move forward. On June 30, 2023, there are many terms expiring for citizens serving on city boards and commissions. Learn about each of these boards and commissions and how you c...

PROVIDE INPUT ON CITYWIDE TRAFFIC STUDY

The City of Johnston is conducting a citywide traffic study that will identify traffic flow congestion points along roadways and those within neighborhoods, business districts and school zones. The results will provide deficiencies related to traffic oper...

RESIDENTIAL ONLINE TREE SALE BEGINS APRIL 11

The 2023 tree sale will begin online on Tuesday, April 11, at 8:00 a.m. Residents can purchase one tree at a reduced price of $50. The trees are approximately six to eight feet tall. Once a tree is sold out, it will be removed as an option. The tree heigh...

SPRING CLEANUP IS APRIL 17-18 IN JOHNSTON

The Spring Cleanup event on April 17-18 allows residents to dispose of large household items on their regular trash collection day at no additional charge. Appliances, televisions, yard waste, windows, batteries, tires and fences are not accepted.

SIGN UP AND STAY INFORMED WITH CITY NOTIFICATIONS

Here in Johnston, we wish to keep our residents and businesses informed on the happenings within our community. Below are ways you can sign up to receive email and/or text alerts. Also, be sure you have downloaded our City of Johnston app from Google Play...

CITY OF JOHNSTON RECEIVES 'LEADING THE WAY AWARD'

On Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, the City of Johnston received a 'Leading the Way Award' from ETC Institute for the 2022 community survey. ETC lnstitute's "Leading the Way Award" was created to recognize local gover...

PROPER PLACEMENT OF GARBAGE AND RECYCLING CARTS

During garbage and recycling collection days, there are ways residents can help avoid a mess and frustration for the snowplow drivers and recycling and trash haulers. Please ensure carts are placed within your driveway, minimally two to three feet apart. ...

POLICE OFFICER JOINS THE JOHNSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

On Monday, February 6, 2023, Mayor Paula Dierenfeld swore in one new Johnston police officer. The department proudly welcomes Officer Collins.

Officer Collins joined the Johnston Police Department from the Arapahoe County Colorado Sheriff’s Office...

JOHNSTON RECEIVES A 2023 BEST DEVELOPMENT AWARD

$112+ MILLION IN NEW TAXABLE VALUATION IN 2022

In 2022, the City of Johnston had a substantial year of growth with over $112.6 million in new taxable valuation. 

Highlights of the 2022 construction include:        

• 245 new residential units, of which 97 were ...