This past weekend, we kicked off the holiday season with Holidays at the Town Center. It was great to see some of you and your families there. One of the main features was the ribbon cutting of the new synthetic ice rink. If you haven’t had a chance to try it out, the rink is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., daily. Just bring your skates! We will have concessions and skate rentals available Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday 1 to 8 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. The event wrapped up with our first tree lighting in The Yard. Our parks crew picked up and delivered the tree that is on display. Stop by City Hall to see the tree lit up at night. >> View Event Photos
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Mayor’s Run for Food
If you are looking for a way to give back to the Johnston community, Mayor Dierenfeld kicked off the 8th Mayor’s Run for Food. Now through the end of December, if you donate $10, one bag of food or personal items to the Johnston Partnership, Mayor Dierenfeld will run one mile. Her goal this year is 1,125 miles. Help accomplish this goal and support those in need this holiday season. >> Learn more
New Development on Merle Hay Rd.
There are plans for new development along Merle Hay Rd. Splash Express LLC has submitted a site plan to develop a single tunnel automated car wash to be known as Shine Shop Car Wash. The subject property is located at 6035 Merle Hay Rd. The proposed development includes the car wash and associated parking for vehicle cleaning.
Support the Blue Dragon Program
The Johnston Police Department has started collecting donations for the Blue Dragon Program. The annual event pairs less fortunate children or children who have experienced a tragic incident with a Johnston Police Officer to go shopping together for gifts at the Grimes Walmart. The officers will shop with the kids on Wednesday, Dec. 15, from 3 to 5 p.m. >> Learn more
City Offices and Library closed during the holidays
It is hard to believe that it is already December and the holidays are right around the corner. As a reminder, our City offices will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 23, Friday, Dec. 24, Friday, Dec. 31, and Saturday, Jan. 1. We hope you enjoy this time off with family and friends. >> Learn more
Coffee with a Cop
If you still need an opportunity to see Santa, stop out to Coffee with a Cop and Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 11 at the Hy-Vee in Johnston (5750 Merle Hay Rd.). Enjoy conversations with our Johnston Police Officers and bring the family to visit Santa! >> Learn more
JGMFD Keep the Wreath Red campaign
If you haven’t seen it already, the Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department placed red holiday wreaths outside station 39 yesterday. The public safety campaign, “Keep the Wreath Red,” promotes fire safety as thousands of Johnston residents decorate for the holidays. >> Learn more
Moving forward into 2022, we will be sending this newsletter out quarterly. Please continue to send your news and information to include in the newsletters to mvanderlinden@cityofjohnston.com. Thank you!
Birthdays and Anniversaries
Upcoming City, Community Meetings and Events
City Council Work Session: Monday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m.
City Council Meeting: Monday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m.
Coffee with a Cop + Breakfast with Santa: Saturday, Dec. 11, 8-10 a.m.
Planning and Zoning Meeting: Monday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
