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Johnson County residents who are 65 or older or are a disabled veteran and who meet income and other requirements may now apply for up to $200 in property tax relief.
Residents can now apply to participate in the new program online by completing the application form and submitting it, along with proof of income and/or disability status. The form can be submitted in person, by email or by postal mail.
Those interested in participating in the program should submit the application before the April 15 deadline.
Residents must be at or below income limits and have a home with a maximum appraised value of $384,600. A complete list of Income and other program requirements is available on the county’s website.
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Johnson County Allocates Additional Funds to SLFRF-Backed Pilot Programs | |
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Three county programs developed with federal Coronavirus funds received an additional boost in funding to help qualified community members with affordable housing, child care licensing and rental assistance.
On Thursday, Jan. 18, the Johnson County Board of County Commissioners approved $950,000 in allocations from the interest accrued on the county’s Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The United States Department of the Treasury, directed by the U.S. Congress, distributed these funds to cities, counties and other governmental bodies during the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds were intended to offset economic losses from the pandemic and to invest in community infrastructure.
“These federal dollars have allowed our organization to pilot new and innovative ways to support those in our community who can benefit from some additional assistance,” said BOCC Chairman Mike Kelly. “At the same time we have been good stewards of these resources, ensuring they are being used strategically to improve the quality of life for our constituents.”
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Board of County Commissioners January Recap | |
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More information, including official minutes, votes and videos on all items is available at boccmeetings.jocogov.org.
In addition to approving the SLFRF funds, other BOCC action in January included accepting and allocating funding from Panasonic for a new fire station and aerial fire truck, as well as approving law enforcement service agreements between the Sheriff’s Office and the cities of Edgerton and De Soto.
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New Johnson County Assistant County Manager Adam Norris Begins Work | |
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Johnson County Government is proud to announce that Adam Norris, who has 20 years of executive leadership and management experience in government, has joined its leadership staff as assistant county manager. Norris began his duties on Jan. 22.
Most recently, Norris was deputy city manager and assistant city manager in Independence, Missouri, though his career in public service had its start in Johnson County. While still in school, Norris worked for the Overland Park Public Works Department where he repaired potholes, served on chip and seal teams, and even provided traffic control.
“From an early age, I knew I wanted to dedicate my life to making communities and the lives of others' better,” Norris said. “Serving local governments is a passion that has enabled me to fulfill both of those goals and so much more.”
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New Merriam Plaza Library to Open March 20 | |
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Merriam Plaza Library, the newest Johnson County Library branch, will officially open on March 20, 2024. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m. that morning.
The Merriam Plaza Library (6120 Slater St., Merriam) is co-located on a shared campus with the Merriam Community Center. It was designed with input from the community at several public engagement sessions, and construction began in late 2022.
The new facility replaces the Antioch Library branch, which opened in 1956 as the Library system's first official location. Antioch Library permanently closed on Jan. 29, 2024 to transfer materials--including more than 67,000 Library items--and equipment around the corner to the new building. Library users are encouraged to visit one of the Library's other 13 locations during the transition period for returns, access to the collection, and public computers.
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Apply for the Spring 2024 Session of JoCo Academy | |
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Johnson County Government is now taking applications for the spring 2024 session of JoCo Academy.
Participants will meet with county staff and elected officials, explore the county budget, learn about civic engagement, volunteer opportunities and tour various county facilities.
JoCo Academy, open to Johnson County residents and employees, is an opportunity to learn about your local government with other civic-minded individuals. Applications are due by Feb. 3, 2024.
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Project DASH Partnering with Aging and Human Services to Deliver Meals to Homebound Seniors | |
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Last year, Johnson County Aging and Human Services began a partnership with DoorDash’s Project DASH, which is helping deliver meals to homebound seniors throughout Johnson County.
The partnership began to address a growing waitlist of aging adults and cover underserved meal routes in the Home-Delivered Meals program. The program provides home-delivered meals to homebound residents and their spouses ages 60 and older.
When a Home-Delivered Meals route becomes full, a client in the program is offered a Project DASH route – a frozen meal delivered to their door. Since the partnership began in July 2023, dashers have delivered more than 400 orders. Currently, 14 clients are receiving meals through the partnership.
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On episode #162 of JoCo on the Go, we look at Johnson County’s Senior and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Relief Program, which is now accepting applications. A pilot program this year offers up to $200 in property tax relief for seniors and disabled veterans who meet income requirements and other qualifications. The application window will be open until April 15 of this year. More information about the program, including information on how to apply, is available online.
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You can connect with Johnson County Government on our website at jocogov.org. | |
Upcoming Events in The County | |
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DASH Diet Way of Eating
February 6 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Free Event
Join us for our free nutrition seminar, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Way of Eating, on Feb. 6. This seminar will take place from noon to 1 p.m. at the Johnson County Library Central Resource Library, Room 20. Enjoy an engaging session with food demos, recipe tastings and a free bag of produce items featured in the food demonstration for every participant.
Register Now →

Adult Mental Health First Aid (Virtual)
February 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | $50/per participant
Mental Health First Aid is an interactive course that gives people the skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy and helps the public identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness.
Register Now →
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111 S. Cherry St.,
Olathe, KS 66061
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