The Johnson County Sheriff has withdrawn his support for a joint law enforcement facility between Iowa City and the county because he "does not see a viable path forward" for the project.

Sheriff Brad Kunkel submitted a letter announcing his intention to withdraw support to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, Sept. 17. He told the board that he believes pursuing a new jail and law enforcement facility separate from Iowa City is "in the best interest of Johnson County and the public."

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