Sep 17, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston City News
The Johnston City Council and staff continue to move forward with plans for the development of the Johnston Town Center. Things are happening on several fronts, and each component is important to the success of the overall project. With a few exceptions, the property...
Aug 23, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston City News
The new carry-down access point to the water trails on Beaver Creek is open today for public use. Located on NW 70th Street east of NW 86th Street, this access point will serve as an important quality of life amenity for residents, employees and visitors of Johnston....
Aug 7, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston City News
Nearly 2,000 Johnston residents voted in the sales tax ballot issue election held on August 6, 2019. Seventy-six percent (76%) of the Johnston voters chose to favor the sales tax increase and the plan to use at least 50% of the revenue to reduce property taxes. The...
Aug 6, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston City News
The Johnston City Council recently received information about a concept plan for addressing the condition of the old North End Diner sign located at in the Merle Hay Road Gateway area. While the hotel has been demolished and the site has been closed for several years,...
Aug 6, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston Leadership
Members of the Johnston Economic Development Corporation were among the groups which participated in a series of facilitated round table discussions held on July 30 and 31, 2019 at Johnston City Hall. The discussion was part of the community engagement process for the...
Aug 6, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston City News
Necessary next steps to move forward with the development of the Johnston Town Center are now being taken by the City of Johnston. The Planning and Zoning Commission recently approved a new overlay zoning district to be known as the Merle Hay Road Town Square Overlay...
