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Historic Poor Farm seeks modest FY2026 operating budget as programming, school partnerships expand
Summary
Staff reported growing partnerships, new school programming, a kitchen project and continued reliance on outside funding; capital requests for FY2026 are modest and focus on natural‑areas management and small site amenities.
Johnson County staff and site partners briefed supervisors on the Historic Poor Farm’s FY2026 outlook, reporting stronger program partnerships, new school‑based programming, progress on visitor‑center and kitchen projects and a modest capital ask focused on natural‑area management and small site amenities.
Why it matters: The Historic Poor Farm is a county property hosting growing local‑food programs, educational partnerships and community events. Its operating needs, capital projects and partnerships affect local food access, school programming and historic‑preservation objectives.
Elsa DeWalt, the county’s local food and farm manager, and Jason Graham of Iowa Valley RC&D presented accomplishments for 2024: more than 44,000 pounds of produce grown for food‑access…
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