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Johnson County ranks 97th highest in Iowa for per capita government transfer income at $7,627 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Johnson County received an average of $7,627 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it third lowest in Iowa.

By Iowa City Today | Mar 10, 2025

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Johnson County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.2% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.2% of income in Johnson County, providing an average of $724 per capita to residents.

By Iowa City Today | Mar 1, 2025

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Johnson County has seen a 26.6% increase in amount of food assistance provided since 2014

By Iowa City Today | Aug 19, 2024

In 2023, Johnson County received $19,283,174 in food stamps, compared to $15,233,423 in 2014.

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Smaller number of Johnson County households received food assistance benefits in 2023 than previous year

By Iowa City Today | Jul 12, 2024

Johnson County reported a 3.9% decrease in the number of households receiving food stamps between 2022 and 2023.

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Smaller number of Johnson County residents received food assistance benefits in 2023 than previous year

By Iowa City Today | Jun 4, 2024

Between 2022 and 2023, Johnson County registered a 3.2% decrease in people applying for food assistance.

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Johnson County residents in Iowa received $19,283,174 in food assistance in 2023

By Iowa City Today | Apr 26, 2024

Johnson County saw a 7.7% decrease in the amount of money allocated for food assistance from 2022 to 2023.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Johnson County rise or fall in 2021?

By Iowa City Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Johnson County received $14.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Johnson County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Iowa City Today | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Johnson County received $12,227,747 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Food Waste Drop-off Pilot Program Starts at East Side Recycling Center

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 13, 2023

Food Waste Wednesdays, an event-style pilot program, offers a no-cost food waste composting drop-off option for local residents that do not have access to City of Iowa City curbside composting.

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Iowa City Parks and Recreation Launches a Sports Equipment Drive to Celebrate Park and Recreation Month

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 12, 2023

July has been proclaimed as Park and Recreation Month.

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Celebrate the 33rd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 11, 2023

The Office of Equity and Human Rights will celebrate the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with a virtual webinar.

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Iowa City Landfill closing at 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 13

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 11, 2023

The Iowa City Landfill & Recycling Center will close at 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2023, to allow staff to complete required administrative duties.

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Donation Drive-Thru happening Downtown on July 23

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 10, 2023

The City of Iowa City and several non-profit partners will offer donation and recycling options at the Donation Drive-Thru event – all Johnson County residents are welcome to participate.

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Iowa City Police respond to Tuesday morning shooting

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 7, 2023

At 1:08 a.m., Tuesday, July 4, 2023, Iowa City Police responded to the 2600 Block of Westwinds Drive for a shooting.

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Iowa City Police seeking public's assistance in July 2 shooting investigation

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 6, 2023

At 2:26 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, 2023, Iowa City Police and Johnson County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the area of Mile Marker 93 on southbound Highway 218 for a report of a man on the side of the road suffering from a gunshot wound.

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Video Update: Transit Grant, Spot the Hot, and South District Diversity Market

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 4, 2023

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events.

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Fare Free Iowa City: Two-year free transit pilot begins Aug. 1

By Iowa City Today Report | Jul 3, 2023

Starting Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, Fare Free Iowa City is bringing free rides to everyone on Iowa City transit.

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City Park Pool closed June 28, 2023, due to poor air quality; pool hours extended at Robert A. Lee Rec. Center

By Iowa City Today Report | Jun 30, 2023

City Park Pool is closed today, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, due to poor air quality.

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Rates for utilities, landfill to increase July 1

By Iowa City Today Report | Jun 29, 2023

New rates for utility services and Landfill operations will go into effect on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at the beginning of the City's new fiscal year.

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Iowa City Transit receives $23.2 million federal grant to replace facility, get more electric buses

By Iowa City Today Report | Jun 28, 2023

The City of Iowa City's Transportation Services has received a monumental $23.2 million grant to replace the City's aging transit facility and purchase four additional electric buses.