Johnson County Jail Bond Referendum
Summary
Sheriff Kunkel promoted the $94.5 million jail bond on the November ballot, while a resident argued against it over ICE deportation concerns. Early voting starts the day after this meeting.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Would raise taxes about $88 per $100,000 of taxable value for 12 years.
County sheriff's office and jail operations would gain a modern 140-bed facility.
Opponents fear expanded jail capacity would increase ICE detentions of county residents.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Oct 13, 2026
Sheriff Kunkel promoted the $94.5 million jail bond on the November ballot, while a resident argued against it over ICE deportation concerns. Early voting starts the day after this meeting.
City Council - Aug 11, 2026
The county board of supervisors voted to send the jail bond to voters. Councilor Smith said the city will advocate for the project.
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