Before doing any digging, contact the State-wide Underground Utility Marking Coordinating Service at 1-800-292-8989 (Iowa One Call) for utilities that may be located in your area.
The City of Marion mails a bi-monthly billing statement for water, sanitary sewer, sewer repair fee, storm-water management fee and solid waste services. If you prefer, arrangements can be made for an automatic payment plan called Check Free Payment Program through the Water Department. Payments may also be mailed to the Water Department, 1100 8th Ave., Marion 52302. Additional information on your water and city services bill can be reached by phoning the Water Department at 377-4839 or by sending an e-mail message.
For most Marion residents, electrical service is provided by either Alliant Energy or Linn County REC. Gas service is typically provided by MidAmerican Energy.
Local telephone providers are Qwest and McLeodUSA. McLeod also provides cable service in some areas as does Mediacom. There are several providers of internet connectivity in our area, including several options for broadband.