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Board of Adjustment Meeting Agendas - The Board of Adjustment serves as an appeal body concerning zoning decisions in Johnston. The Board meets on the third Thursday of each month, or as needed, at 6:30 p.m. at Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd. Sign up to receive the agendas for the Board of Adjustment meetings.
City Council Work Session and Meeting Agendas - The City Council Work Sessions are at 6:00 p.m., and the Council Meetings are at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 6221 Merle Hay Rd. They are on the first and third Mondays of each month. Sign up to receive the agendas for the meetings.
Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire District Board Meeting Agendas
Library Board Meeting Agendas - The Library Board serves to make informed decisions about the library within Johnston. The Board meets on the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m., at the Johnston Public Library, 6700 Merle Hay Road. Sign up to receive the agendas for the Library meetings.
Park Advisory Board Meeting Agendas - The Park Advisory Board plans for parks, recreation and facilities within our community. The Board meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 6:30 p.m. at Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd. Sign up to receive the agendas for the Park Advisory Board meetings.
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Agendas - The Planning & Zoning Commission regulates land use and development by reviewing new construction plans and plats and working with city staff to adopt and enforce zoning regulations. The Board meets on the second and last Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd. Sign up to receive the agendas for the Planning & Zoning meetings.
Senior Advisory Board Meeting Agendas - The Senior Advisory Board serves to bring ideas to the City Council that benefit the senior population. The Board meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at 5:00 p.m. at Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd. Sign up to receive the agendas for the Senior Advisory Board meetings.
Tree Board Meeting Agendas - The Tree Board plans and recommends the placement of trees within our community. The Board meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month, at 5:30 p.m. at Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd. Sign up to receive the agendas for the Tree Board meetings.
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Johnston Snow Ordinance in Effect - This provides notification when the snow ordinance goes into effect, and if it is extended due to severe weather.
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