In 2008, Johnson County voters overwhelmingly approved a $20M conservation bond, and the results have been outstanding. That investment helped protect 1,176 acres of land, build 9.2 miles of trails, and safeguard water quality across the county. Every dollar from that bond was nearly doubled, leveraging $17M in additional funds to further our conservation goals. These efforts improved beloved areas like Clear Creek, Kent Park, and Ciha Fen—places we cherish today.

Now, we have the opportunity to build on that success with the $30M bond for Our Land, Our Water, Our Future. As we face continued climate challenges, this bond is crucial. It will expand our green spaces, improve flood resilience, and protect the rivers, streams, and forests that sustain us.

Flipping the ballot to vote YES for this bond is a vote for cleaner water, healthier air, and greater access to the outdoors. It’s a vote for future generations, ensuring they inherit a Johnson County as beautiful and vibrant as it is today.

We’re proud to support this measure, and we hope you will join us by voting YES this November.

Sincerely,

Coralville Mayor Meghann Foster

Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague

North Liberty Mayor Chris Hoffman

University Heights Mayor Louise From