Future of Johnson County jail, sheriff’s office in question

Board of Supervisors divided on best course of action for aging facility
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  • The Johnson County sheriff's office and jail, located at 511 S. Capitol St. in Iowa City, is in dire need of an overhaul, sheriff Brad Kunkel says.

    The Johnson County Board of Supervisors had a lengthy work session last week regarding the future of the Johnson County sheriff’s office and jail.

    The jail, located at 511 S. Capitol St. in Iowa City, is in dire need of updating, according to Johnson County sheriff Brad Kunkel. He suggested the fiscally responsible course of action is to invest in a new facility, rather…

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