JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) – A majority of people in Johnson County say they would support a bond referendum to build a new jail. That’s according to a survey report from the University of Iowa.
Johnson County Sheriff Brad Kunkel says the current building is “at the end of its life,” which is why he’s pleasantly surprised to see 74% of people surveyed say they are in favor of a new facility.
“It really gives me hope that we will get this across the finish line and I really think this is a signal that now is the time. The momentum is here,” says Sheriff Kunkel…