County Services

Use this directory to connect with the county services you need.

Aging

  • CARE stands for Client Assessment, Referral and Evaluation. Everyone seeking a permanent move to a Kansas Medicaid certified nursing facility must be assessed by the CARE program.

    Aging and Human Services
  • The Area Agency on Aging sponsors services to educate, counsel and advise caregivers and help them deal with the physical and emotional stresses of caregiving. Other services provide direct care for the older adults to assist the caregiver or give the caregiver a much needed break.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Catch-a-Ride is a social service program that provides volunteer transportation to medical appointments and social service agencies within Johnson County. 

    Aging and Human Services
  • The Johnson County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Nutrition Program is pleased to offer a dining opportunity called CHAMPSS, a program for adults 60 years or older and their spouses at certain Hy-Vee grocery stores.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Evergreen Community is a non-profit long-term care community serving 112 individuals. We are committed to enhancing the lives of our residents by meeting their physical, medical and psychosocial needs.

    Evergreen Community
  • A compact, comprehensive, one-stop resource for online services and information specific to seniors and individuals with a disability in Johnson County.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Johnson County Area Agency on Aging provides home-delivered meals to homebound residents, age 60+, and their spouse.

    Aging and Human Services
  • In-home services provide support for older adults who need services to maintain independent living.

    Aging and Human Services
  • The Johnson County Area Agency on Aging offers a single point of entry for services for older adults. Information specialists are your starting point for locating resources such as in-home services, congregate and home-delivered meals, transportation, legal assistance, insurance, housing and more.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Aging & Disability Resource Centers, or ADRCs, are visible and trusted places where people can turn for information, assistance on public long-term support programs and benefits, especially Medicaid or KanCare in Kansas.

    Aging and Human Services
  • The Johnson County Area Agency on Aging provides nutritious meals at six Neighborhood Centers. In addition, Neighborhood Centers offer a variety of services, activities and educational programs for older individuals in the community.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Skilled Registered Nurses are available to visit with senior adults one on one in their home and provide physical and social assessments as well as education and counseling on senior needs.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • JCPRD’s 50 Plus Program provides unique opportunities and lifelong memories that inspire a healthier community.

    Park and Recreation
  • SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas) is a program offering older Kansans an opportunity to talk with trained community volunteers about Medicare and other health insurance programs.

    Aging and Human Services
  • The Best Times - is a bi-monthly newsmagazine for Johnson County residents who are 60 or older. 

    Aging and Human Services

Airports and Public Transportation

  • Johnson County Transit provides public transportation throughout Johnson County, connecting to downtown Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas City, Kansas.

    Transit - RideKC in Johnson County
  • Catch-a-Ride is a social service program that provides volunteer transportation to medical appointments and social service agencies within Johnson County. 

    Aging and Human Services
  • Find rental information for Johnson County owned and operated T-Hangars at both Johnson County airports.

    Airport Commission

Billing, Payment and Taxes

Business

  • Submit your change of address for Real Estate or Personal Property billing.

    Treasury, Taxation and Vehicles
  • Johnson County Wastewater's commercial permitting team reviews and inspects commercial building plans and plumbing in accordance with our regulations. Find requirements and apply for commercial permits. 

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's food service permitting team regulates and monitors the pumping and maintenance of grease interceptors and establishes best management practices to prevent sewer backups caused by fats, oils and grease. Apply for food service permits.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's Industrial Pretreatment Program regulates industrial wastewater discharges so that toxic materials do not interfere with wastewater treatment systems or pass through to receiving streams. Find requirements and apply for industrial permits. 

    Wastewater
  • Enroll in Johnson County's Sewer Use Credit, a voluntary program for commercial customers who install a deduct meter for water not entering the sanitary sewer.

    Wastewater
  • Start Johnson County Wastewater commercial service.

    Wastewater
  • Stop Johnson County Wastewater commercial service

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment staff provide free waste diversion assistance and sustainability consulting to businesses, schools, restaurants and other commercial entities. Qualifying organizations may be eligible to receive up to $500 in supplies to assist in waste reduction efforts. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Explore tools and resources for small business at the Johnson County Library.

    Library
  • Transfer Johnson County Wastewater commercial service to a new address.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's voluntary program provides funding to eligible homeowners so they may install a backup prevention device or make plumbing modifications on their property. Learn about eligibility requirements and next steps.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's Water Quality Laboratory provides analytical and consulting services for private citizens, state and federal agencies, municipalities, industries, engineering firms and environmental organizations.

    Wastewater

Children and Family

  • Johnson County Mental Health Department offers residential treatment for adolescents experiencing problems related to drugs or alcohol. The program is staffed 24 hours a day by licensed clinicians, case managers and direct care staff, providing teens with a safe, trauma informed environment to begin their recovery.

    Mental Health
  • Johnson County Child Care Licensing division works with all child care facilities in Johnson County. Kansas Child Care Licensing Law states that anyone providing care for children other than those related by blood, marriage, or adoption, must be licensed. 

    Health and Environment
  • District Court Trustee provides resources to calculate support. 

    District Court Trustee
  • The Domestic unit of Court Services provides services and resources for families going through the separation / divorce process or in post-divorce matters in the Johnson County District Court. These services include mediation and conciliation for separated or divorce parents, written family assessments (home studies) for the District Court, supervised visitation and supervised exchange program.

    Court Services
  • The HOME Program assists eligible homeowners of Johnson County, Kansas with rehabilitation needs of their owner-occupied homes

    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • The Johnson County Museum has been recognized over 20 times for excellence in exhibitions, programming and publications by national, regional and state organizations

    Park and Recreation
  • Johnson County Extension is a unique partnership with Kansas State University, Johnson County government, and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Cooperative Extension Service dedicated to a safe, sustainable, competitive food and fiber system and to strong healthy communities, families, and youth through integrated research, analysis, and education.

    K-State Research and Extension
  • Our certified technicians will provide education and assistance for proper car seat installations.

    Sheriff
  • Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers activities, events and camps for pre-school and school-age children.

    Park and Recreation
  • Register for Park and Recreation's wide range of activities and events for the whole family!

    Park and Recreation
  • Register for Safe Kids classes. Safe Kids Johnson County is comprised of agencies, organizations, and businesses within Johnson County who work to prevent unintentional injury in children.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • WIC is a supplemental food and nutrition education program that provides services to Kansas families who qualify. Apply for WIC.

    Health
    Health and Environment

Courts and Legal

  • Resources and services for adult offenders including adult supervision, community service, drug testing, house arrest and pretrial supervision.

    Court Services
  • District Court Trustee provides resources to calculate support. 

    District Court Trustee
  • The Johnson County DA's Diversion Program is intended for first-time offenders who commit a relatively minor criminal offense.

    District Attorney
  • The Domestic unit of Court Services provides services and resources for families going through the separation / divorce process or in post-divorce matters in the Johnson County District Court. These services include mediation and conciliation for separated or divorce parents, written family assessments (home studies) for the District Court, supervised visitation and supervised exchange program.

    Court Services
  • The District Attorney's Office serves the community through education, victim assistance, and prosecution of criminal violations of the state laws of Kansas.

    District Attorney
  • Find instructions and form pleadings for divorce, annulment, separation, expungement, parentage, post-decree motions, name change, etc.

    District Courts
  • Common questions when answering the call for jury duty.

    District Courts
  • Juvenile Court Services offers prevention and intervention programs to youth offenders, including diversion, probation, Project SKIP, Youth Court, community service, drug testing, educational groups, psychological testing and expungement.

    Court Services
  • Search for Law Library resources.

    Law Library
  • Marriage license application and information. Apply for a marriage license.

    District Courts
  • Provide employment information to the District Court Trustee's Office for child support and maintenance purposes.

    District Court Trustee
  • Guidelines and forms to request public records from the Johnson County District Court.

    District Courts
  • Search for active warrants from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office warrant files. 

    Sheriff

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

  • Johnson County Government's efforts to create a workplace inclusive of everyone is known as VIBE, which stands for voices of inclusion, belonging and equity.

    Human Resources
  • The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coalition was established to promote fair treatment and full participation of all people, including those who have historically been underrepresented or subject to discrimination because of their background, identity or disability.

    Human Resources
  • Learn about the history of Juneteenth, and explore resources and activities related to Juneteenth in Johnson County.

    County Manager's Office

Education and Training

  • Access live job coaching and resources to help you explore career options and find available jobs.

    Library
  • The CERT Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations.

    Emergency Services
  • Training classes offered by Johnson County MED-ACT help residents to assist when an emergency strikes. CPR and AED training can truly make a difference in someone’s life. Recognition of the signs and symptoms of a heart attack, early activation of 9-1-1, bystander CPR and AED utilization can all dramatically impact a person’s chances of survival.

    Emergency Services
  • Access live tutoring and homework aids for children.

    Library
  • Access live help and homework aids for teenagers.

    Library
  • Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers activities, events and camps for pre-school and school-age children.

    Park and Recreation
  • Register for Park and Recreation's wide range of activities and events for the whole family!

    Park and Recreation
  • Johnson County Emergency Services staff and volunteers are available for presentations to businesses, homes associations, boy and girl scout meetings, etc. We also do tours of the Emergency Operations Center for interested groups.

    Emergency Services
  • Register for Safe Kids classes. Safe Kids Johnson County is comprised of agencies, organizations, and businesses within Johnson County who work to prevent unintentional injury in children.

    Health
    Health and Environment

Elections and Voting

  • Apply to vote by mail or find early voting locations.

    Election Office
  • We always need more election workers. Find out how to apply to volunteer.

    Election Office
  • View or download current elected officials at all levels of government.

    Election Office
  • Interested in becoming an election candidate? Find out how to file for office.

    Election Office
  • Everything you need to know about elections and voting in Johnson County

    Election Office
  • Register to vote, or change your registration by mail, fax, in person or online.

    Election Office
  • The Student Election Worker Program provides eligible high school students with the opportunity to participate in government, serve your community and learn about the electoral process.

    Election Office
  • Review your voter record and polling place, apply for a ballot by mail, and view your sample ballot.

    Election Office

Employment and Volunteering

Environment

  • Companies that are subject to air quality regulations under the Clean Air Act have their operations reviewed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Johnson County Health and Environment conducts unannounced inspections at these facilities to determine compliance with air regulations and permits. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County is part of a regional air quality monitoring program for Kansas City. There are two current monitoring locations located at Heritage Park. One monitor is for particulate matter and the other is for ozone.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • The Commercial/Industrial On-Site Program issues permits to install and operate non-residential septic systems where property owners are not served by a public wastewater collection system.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Request an environmental history for a Johnson County property from the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Report issues, concerns and complaints to the Johnson County Environmental Division concerning air quality, illegal dumping, public swimming pools and spas, septic systems, solid waste, water quality and other matters. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • This page houses all of the forms and fees for Air Quality, Hazardous Materials, Rabies Control, Records Requests, Septic Systems and Pools and Solid Waste.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Stop by the FREE Store at the Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste Facility. Recycled products include stain and paint, household cleaners, automotive, arts and crafts and more.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • The Green Business Program is a voluntary recognition and assistance program, which aims to work with businesses, schools, places of worship, and other commercial entities to reduce waste and improve sustainability. Qualifying partners can also be recognized as a Johnson County Certified Green Business. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County residents can safely dispose of their old or unwanted paint, stain, yard chemicals and other household hazardous waste by appointment only at the Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste facility.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Wastewater customers can report odor complaints using an online form.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment (JCDHE) enforces the state air quality regulations on open burning. These regulations are designed to protect human health and the environment. JCDHE issues open burning exemptions in accordance with these regulations when prudent and necessary. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • The established "ozone season" for the Kansas City region is April 1 through October 31. Five counties in two states work together along with the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to monitor and evaluate sources of air pollution and work to decrease it.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Purchase high quality latex paint in five gallon buckets. Paint from Johnson County homes is collected at our Household Hazardous Waste facility and re-blended on site.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County Wastewater (JCW) Request for Non-Emergency Service. This site provides a convenient web service request and reporting process for sanitary sewer problems.

    Wastewater
  • Apply for a resale inspection performed by a Johnson County Department of Health and Environment environmental health specialist to determine the functional status of a private sewage treatment system. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Businesses and organizations such as churches, schools, government agencies, and non-profit groups, can use our Small Quantity Generator disposal program.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment staff provide free waste diversion assistance and sustainability consulting to businesses, schools, restaurants and other commercial entities. Qualifying organizations may be eligible to receive up to $500 in supplies to assist in waste reduction efforts. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Report issues, concerns and complaints to the Johnson County Environmental Division concerning air quality, illegal dumping, public swimming pools and spas, septic systems, solid waste, water quality and other matters.

    Environment
    Health and Environment

Housing

  • The HOME Program assists eligible homeowners of Johnson County, Kansas with rehabilitation needs of their owner-occupied homes

    Planning, Housing and Community Development

Library

Maps

  • Access a variety of services geared toward validating and geocoding addresses.

    Automated Information Mapping System
  • The Mapper of the Day, or MOD, is the place to go when you have questions, need a printed map or are requesting the services of AIMS.

    Automated Information Mapping System
  • AIMS can make a map of virtually anything in Johnson County, and will work with you to produce one that will meet your particular needs.

    Automated Information Mapping System
  • AIMS offers a variety of online mapping services. You can create your own maps.

    Automated Information Mapping System
  • Search recorded plats in Johnson County.

    Automated Information Mapping System

Mental and Physical Health

  • Johnson County Mental Health Department offers residential treatment for adolescents experiencing problems related to drugs or alcohol. The program is staffed 24 hours a day by licensed clinicians, case managers and direct care staff, providing teens with a safe, trauma informed environment to begin their recovery.

    Mental Health
  • Johnson County Mental Health Department's Adult Detoxification Unit is a 14-bed unit that assists individuals safely through the process of withdraw from alcohol or other drugs in a non-medical setting. ADU accepts admissions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. At ADU we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity for recovery. 

    Mental Health
  • Blood pressure clinics are provided by JCDHE's Registered Nurses at various locations throughout Johnson County.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Offered by Johnson County Department of Health and Environment, this program provides free case management for pregnant and parenting adolescents under the age of 21.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County Developmental Supports case managers provide support and assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their guardians and families.

    Developmental Supports
  • Find a variety of options for COVID-19 testing, including  at-home test kits.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Get the latest information about the COVID-19 vaccine.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • The Johnson County Critical Incident Stress Management Team, or JCCISMT, has been organized since 1987 to help support all emergency service personnel in Johnson County, Kansas through the effects of extreme events. Our main objective is to lessen the impact of an extreme event and accelerate the return of personnel to routine functioning. The team members are highly trained and dedicated emergency service peers and mental health professionals. They seek to understand the unique personalities of emergency personnel and the duties they perform.

    Emergency Services
  • Services provided to those who live in Johnson County regardless of age or county responsibility, and includes children who are attending Kansas School for the Deaf in the residential setting.  

    Mental Health
  • Dispense Assist is an easy-to-use online tool used by local health departments, hospitals and health care providers to screen individuals during public health emergencies and seasonal/pandemic influenza.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County Developmental Supports promotes the values of “Employment First” with a focus on integrated, community-based employment for individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

    Developmental Supports
  • Family planning services are available from the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment on a walk-in basis.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Seasonal flu shots are available at Johnson County walk-in immunization clinics during flu season.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Find commonly used forms for the Community Developmental Disabilities Organization (CDDO).

    Developmental Supports
  • Common forms for MED-ACT.

    Mental Health
  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment provides seasonal flu shots and immunizations for adults, children, adolescents and travel.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County's Life Enrichment Program schedules daily recreational and educational opportunities for participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

    Developmental Supports
  • Aging & Disability Resource Centers, or ADRCs, are visible and trusted places where people can turn for information, assistance on public long-term support programs and benefits, especially Medicaid or KanCare in Kansas.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Nurse-Family Partnership is a FREE nurse-led home visitation program, offered by the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment. First-time mothers are paired with a nurse home visitor. The mother-to-be and her nurse meet regularly through her pregnancy, the birth of her newborn and until the child turns two. The nurse home visitor provides support, encouragement and guidance. 

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Skilled Registered Nurses are available to visit with senior adults one on one in their home and provide physical and social assessments as well as education and counseling on senior needs.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Adults needing a physical exam may receive one during walk-in clinic hours at the Department of Health and Environment. During high volume times, we may need to temporarily suspend our walk-in services. 

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Registered nurses are available for in-home, office or community site visits with new mothers and infants who live in Johnson County.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Pregnancy testing from the Department of Health and Environment is available during walk-in clinic hours in Olathe. During high volume times, we may need to temporarily suspend our walk-in services.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Prenatal services are available through the Department of Health and Environment for Johnson County residents only. Appointments are required.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Information and forms for residents and health care providers to report communicable diseases and food-related illness to public health officials.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • Services and supports range from 24-hour supports to drop-in services. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving residential services and supports lease their own home or apartment in Johnson County.

    Developmental Supports
  • SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas) is a program offering older Kansans an opportunity to talk with trained community volunteers about Medicare and other health insurance programs.

    Aging and Human Services
  • Sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment is done on a walk-in basis at the Department of Health and Environment.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • TB testing is available on a walk-in basis at the Department of Health and Environment.

    Health
    Health and Environment
  • WIC is a supplemental food and nutrition education program that provides services to Kansas families who qualify. Apply for WIC.

    Health
    Health and Environment

Park and Recreation

Permits and Licenses

  • Apply for an Accessory and Agriculture Building Permit. An Accessory and Agriculture Building is a building or structure subordinate to and detached from but located on the same lot as the principal building or structure, the use of which is incidental and accessory to that of the principal building or structure, as defined in the Johnson County Zoning Regulations.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Download and complete a permit application for an amusement enterprise.

    County Manager's Office
  • Apply for a blasting permit. Johnson County is currently enforcing the blasting regulations adopted by the State of Kansas, K.A.R., 22-4-1 / N.F.P.A. 495, 2018 International Fire Code, and the Johnson County Code of Regulations for Buildings and Construction, 2018 edition. 

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Apply online for building and trade permits. Anything you can do in-person at your local office you can do online at MyGovernmentOnline.org. 

    Planning
  • Johnson County Child Care Licensing division works with all child care facilities in Johnson County. Kansas Child Care Licensing Law states that anyone providing care for children other than those related by blood, marriage, or adoption, must be licensed. 

    Health and Environment
  • A building permit must be obtained from the Development Services Building Safety Division for nearly all types of “commercial” new building construction, additions, remodeling or repair work prior to the start of construction.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Download and complete a permit application for a commercial party or celebration.

    County Manager's Office
  • Johnson County Wastewater's commercial permitting team reviews and inspects commercial building plans and plumbing in accordance with our regulations. Find requirements and apply for commercial permits. 

    Wastewater
  • The Commercial/Industrial On-Site Program issues permits to install and operate non-residential septic systems where property owners are not served by a public wastewater collection system.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • A building permit is required for demolition of all structures within Johnson County unincorporated area. Apply for a demolition permit.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Entrances to private property require work to be completed within county road allowances (i.e. on county property). Request an entrance permit.

    Public Works
  • Download and complete a permit application for fireworks.

    County Manager's Office
  • Johnson County Wastewater's food service permitting team regulates and monitors the pumping and maintenance of grease interceptors and establishes best management practices to prevent sewer backups caused by fats, oils and grease. Apply for food service permits.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's Industrial Pretreatment Program regulates industrial wastewater discharges so that toxic materials do not interfere with wastewater treatment systems or pass through to receiving streams. Find requirements and apply for industrial permits. 

    Wastewater
  • Download and complete a permit application for a itinerant sales activity and auctions.

    County Manager's Office
  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment (JCDHE) enforces the state air quality regulations on open burning. These regulations are designed to protect human health and the environment. JCDHE issues open burning exemptions in accordance with these regulations when prudent and necessary. 

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Download and complete a permit application for a parade or demonstration.

    County Manager's Office
  • A residential remodel can include an exterior porch, attached garage, sunroom, interior remodel, additions, and basement finishes. Apply for a residential remodel permit.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Find out if you need a permit to install or alter a private residential sewer system, and learn how to apply.  

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Johnson County Wastewater's residential permitting team regulates and inspects the installation, modification and repair of residential sewer connections and service lines. Find resources and apply for residential permits.

    Wastewater
  • All roofing, electrical, plumbing and mechanical contractors must be licensed with Johnson County Contractor Licensing. Permits will require plan review, therefore a set of plans and a plan review fee will be required at the time of application. Apply for a permit.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Johnson County Department of Health and Environment licenses installers and designers of private sewage treatment systems regulated under the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code, as well as the sanitary disposal contractors, also known as pumpers, who clean the treatment systems and transport the sewage to the disposal site.

    Environment
    Health and Environment
  • Sign permit application procedures for the unincorporated area of Johnson County, Kansas.

    Planning
  • Permits are required when building new single family dwellings and/or modular homes in unincorporated Johnson County. Apply for a Permit.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Construction of a photovoltaic (PV) system needs requires a permit for all use cases in unincorporated Johnson County.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Special permit application procedures for the unincorporated area of Johnson County, Kansas.

    Planning
  • A swimming pool is any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that contains water over 24 inches (610 mm) deep. This includes in-ground, above ground and on-ground swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas. Any pool 24” deep or more requires a permit. Apply for a swimming pool permit.

    Building Codes
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • Apply to transport a large building or other large structures in unincorporated Johnson County.

    Public Works
  • Utility companies and their contractors are required to obtain a utility permit. Apply for a utility permit.

    Public Works

Planning and Development

  • The CARS program provides funds to the cities of Johnson County to construct and maintain their major arterials. 

    Public Works
  • The Community Development Block Grant program provides annual grants on a formula basis to states, cities and counties to develop viable urban communities.

    Community Development
    Planning, Housing and Community Development
  • If you are planning to undertake a project that will disturb one acre or more, you must apply for a Land Disturbance permit from Johnson County.

    Public Works

Public Assistance

  • Accessibility Services advocates for full access to all aspects of Johnson County life for homebound individuals with a physical disability, aged 18-59. 

    Aging and Human Services
  • Johnson County Outreach Services operates food pantries within three of the Multi-Service Center locations. 

    Aging and Human Services
  • Utility assistance is available to qualifying Johnson County low-income households.

    Aging and Human Services

Public Safety and Emergency Services

  • The absconders list contains information about people who have absconded from the supervision of the Johnson County Department of Corrections in violation of their probation order.

    Department of Corrections
  • The Johnson County Department of Corrections Adult Residential Center is a 398-bed, community based facility that provides a highly structured environment for adult offenders ordered to our program by the District Court.

    Department of Corrections
  • Johnson County Sheriff Booking and Release Reports for the week.

    Sheriff
  • The CERT Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations.

    Emergency Services
  • The Johnson County Critical Incident Stress Management Team, or JCCISMT, has been organized since 1987 to help support all emergency service personnel in Johnson County, Kansas through the effects of extreme events. Our main objective is to lessen the impact of an extreme event and accelerate the return of personnel to routine functioning. The team members are highly trained and dedicated emergency service peers and mental health professionals. They seek to understand the unique personalities of emergency personnel and the duties they perform.

    Emergency Services
  • The DA Consumer Protection Unit educates consumers and addresses complaints by consumers against area merchants.

    District Attorney
  • The Johnson County DA's Diversion Program is intended for first-time offenders who commit a relatively minor criminal offense.

    District Attorney
  • A record that has been "expunged" means that to most persons or agencies outside the court system, it can be treated as if it never occurred.

    District Attorney
  • Resources and services available to victims and witnesses of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, homicide, DUI and all other crimes against person and property.

    District Attorney
  • Find Fingerprinting for employment or other purposes (other than offender registration).

    Sheriff
  • Johnson County Corrections House Arrest involves a philosophy of strictly limiting an offender’s movements within the community through electronic monitoring while using cognitive based intervention techniques to promote behavior change within the clients served.

    Department of Corrections
  • Search inmates and booking history by inmate name.

    Sheriff
  • Correction's Adult Intensive Supervision Program, or ISP, provides community-based supervision of adult felony and some misdemeanor offenders.

    Department of Corrections
  • The District Attorney's Office serves the community through education, victim assistance, and prosecution of criminal violations of the state laws of Kansas.

    District Attorney
  • It is the mission of the Sheriff's Office to Johnson County with the foundational principles of service, justice and fundamental fairness. Find out how the Sheriff's office can help you.

    Sheriff
  • The Juvenile House Arrest Program is the highest level of supervision available to youth in the community. The program provides an alternative to incarceration.

    Department of Corrections
  • The Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program was developed in 1994 to provide an alternative for juvenile offenders in lieu of removal from the home. JISP clients are either on probation through the District Court or on Conditional Release from the Kansas State Juvenile Correctional Facilities.

    Department of Corrections
  • NotifyJoCo is a mass notification system designed to keep Johnson County residents, businesses and others informed of emergencies, including weather warnings, water main breaks, public safety alerts and natural disasters. Local authorities in partner communities use NotifyJoCo to alert you and keep you informed.

    Emergency Services
  • Our certified technicians will provide education and assistance for proper car seat installations.

    Sheriff
  • Search for non-fatality accident reports.

    Sheriff
  • Report suspicious or criminal activity in Johnson County, Kansas. To report a crime in progress, call 911.

    Sheriff
  • Report “bad” checks that fall under the jurisdiction of the criminal courts.

    District Attorney
  • Report illegal drug activity in Johnson County, Miami County and Franklin County, Kansas only.

    Sheriff
  • Find out how to report identify theft and download an identity theft information packet.

    Sheriff
  • Johnson County MED-ACT provides all Emergency Medical Services to over 590,000 citizens residing within Johnson County Kansas. MED-ACT is an Advanced Life Support based system that employs Kansas State certified paramedics under the direction of the Johnson County Medical Director. MED-ACT also provides medical coverage for scheduled events for a fee. Events that are usually covered by the department include 5Ks, marathons, duathlons, triathlons, parades, sporting events, fairs and community festivals.

    Emergency Services
    MED-ACT
  • Request electronic records from the DA's electronic discovery system.

    District Attorney
  • The Johnson County Sheriff's Central Record Division serves as a repository for all records managed and generated by the Sheriff’s Office.

    Sheriff
  • The purpose of the Johnson County Corrections Therapeutic Community is to increase the opportunity for success of adult felony offenders in an intensive, long-term residential treatment setting.

    Department of Corrections
  • We are looking for a few qualified individuals that would like to commit to assisting victims of crime in Johnson County.

    District Attorney
  • Search for active warrants from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office warrant files. 

    Sheriff
  • Johnson County Emergency Services is promoting a Weather-Ready Nation by educating the community on severe weather awareness and preparedness, conducting training exercises for weather spotters and disseminating weather information via platforms like NotifyJoCo and social media. Find out how to become a WRN Ambassador.

    Emergency Services
  • Johnson County Corrections offenders ordered to work release are serving their sentences while being allowed to maintain their employment, pay taxes and pay on their program and court financial obligations.

    Department of Corrections

Records

Utilities

  • Johnson County Wastewater's commercial permitting team reviews and inspects commercial building plans and plumbing in accordance with our regulations. Find requirements and apply for commercial permits. 

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's food service permitting team regulates and monitors the pumping and maintenance of grease interceptors and establishes best management practices to prevent sewer backups caused by fats, oils and grease. Apply for food service permits.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's Industrial Pretreatment Program regulates industrial wastewater discharges so that toxic materials do not interfere with wastewater treatment systems or pass through to receiving streams. Find requirements and apply for industrial permits. 

    Wastewater
  • Wastewater customers can report odor complaints using an online form.

    Wastewater
  • Privately financed sewer mains are engineered and constructed by a developer's engineering and construction teams.  Johnson County Wastewater reviews the sewer main plans and construction for compliance with JCW and state regulations. Request a project

    Wastewater
  • Publicly financed sewer mains are are the larger diameter sewer mains that serve sub-watersheds within one of the many primary watersheds in JCW's service area.  Publicly financed sewer main projects can be initiated by JCW, cities, developers or property owners. Request a meeting or project.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater (JCW) Request for Non-Emergency Service. This site provides a convenient web service request and reporting process for sanitary sewer problems.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's residential permitting team regulates and inspects the installation, modification and repair of residential sewer connections and service lines. Find resources and apply for residential permits.

    Wastewater
  • Enroll in Johnson County's Sewer Use Credit, a voluntary program for commercial customers who install a deduct meter for water not entering the sanitary sewer.

    Wastewater
  • Start Johnson County Wastewater commercial service.

    Wastewater
  • Start your Johnson County Wastewater billing service.

    Wastewater
  • Stop Johnson County Wastewater commercial service

    Wastewater
  • Stop your Johnson County Wastewater (JCW) billing service.

    Wastewater
  • Apply for limited reimbursement of expenses for public street restoration due to repair/replacement of residential sewer service line.

    Wastewater
  • Transfer Johnson County Wastewater commercial service to a new address.

    Wastewater
  • Transfer your Johnson County Wastewater billing service to a new address..

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's voluntary program provides funding to eligible homeowners so they may install a backup prevention device or make plumbing modifications on their property. Learn about eligibility requirements and next steps.

    Wastewater
  • Johnson County Wastewater's Water Quality Laboratory provides analytical and consulting services for private citizens, state and federal agencies, municipalities, industries, engineering firms and environmental organizations.

    Wastewater

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