PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
January 2008

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

The Marion Planning and Zoning Commission did not meet in January.

ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

There were no items to come before the Marion Zoning Board of Adjustment in January.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Marion Historic Preservation Commission discussed options regarding future funding for a National Register District Nomination for the downtown commercial district.

Survey Link:  SORRY SURVEY IS NOW CLOSED, RESULTS WILL BE POSTED SOON.

The City of Marion’s Department of Planning and Development is seeking public input on future land use concepts that are being considered as part of the Central Corridor Brownfield Initiative.  This community outreach effort coincides with funding provided through the U.S. EPA Brownfield program to identify and address adverse environmental impacts involving several properties within the target area.

The purpose of the formation of the 7th Avene East Corridor  Revitalization Tax Exemption Area and Plan is to encourage reinvestment and redevelopment within the project area in an attractive manner consistent with the City of Marion's Comprehensive Plan.  As allowed by the authority of said Chapter 404 of the Iowa Code, the incentive for economic development is provided by exempting a portion of all of property tax valuation added through qualified improvements for specified periods of time.

Please feel free to review the complete 7th Avenue East Corridor District Urban Revilatization Plan to see if your property and project qualify.  If you have questions regarding the plan or your project please contact the Marion Planning and Development Department at 319-743-6320.

The purpose of the formation of the Central Business District Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption Area and Plan is to encourage reinvestment and redevelopment within the project area in an attractive manner consistent with the City of Marion's Comprehensive Plan.  As allowed by the authority of said Chapter 404 of the Iowa Code, the incentive for economic development is provided by exempting a portion of all of property tax valuation added through qualified improvements for specified periods of time.

Please feel free to review the complete Central Business District Urban Revilatization Plan to see if your property and project qualify.  If you have questions regarding the plan or your project please contact the Marion Planning and Development Department at 319-743-6320.

The following information was compiled by the Marion Planning and Development Department, utilizing data provided by the Iowa Data Center.  If you should have any questions please feel free to contact David Hockett, Assistant Planning and Development Director at 319-743-6320.

Marion Growth
July 1, 2005 - 30,233 (Source:  Iowa Data Center)
April 1, 2000 - 26,400 (Source:  2000 US Census)

The City of Marion experienced a population gain of 3,833 from mid 2000 to mid 2005, which makes Marion's growth the State's 5th highest population gain by any city and the highest population gain of any community outsde of the Des Moines Metro Area.  This is a gain of 14.5% which is the 52nd highest percentage gain of any Iowa Community.  It is the 6th highest percentage gain of any Iowa community with a 2005 estimated population of over 10,000 people.  In 2000 Marion was the 18th largest City in Iowa, per the 2005 estimate Marion is not the 15th largest Iowa community.

CITY OF MARION, IOWA
ASSISTANT PLANNER

City of Marion, Iowa, seeks qualified applicants for entry-level position of Assistant Planner.  Responsibilities include serving as principal assistant to Planning and Development Director in administering planning, development and code inspection programs; handling day-to-day zoning, subdivision and other development regulations; economic development and grant application / administration.  Works closely with Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment and Historic Preservation Commission.  Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field; 1-year of experience in planning and community development preferred; equivalent combination of experience / training may be acceptable; strong written and oral communications skills. 

Thank you for your interest in the City Planner Position with the City of Marion.  The application deadline has passed and we are unable to accept additional applications.

The hiring committee will begin review applications over the next two weeks with interviews being set after.  If you have questions please feel free to contact the Marion Planning and Development Department at 319-743-6320 or planning@cityofmarion.org

:: Job Description (pdf) ::

The City of Marion is not responsible for the contet of linked third-party sites. 

Instiute of Architects - Iowa Chapter
Improves the built environment through service to members, the profession and the public.

American Planning Association (APA)

American Planning Association - Iowa Chapter

Americans with Disabilities Act
Provides information to the public and to private entities on design standards to be or become ADA compliant.

Below are some of the latest udates and news regarding the Planning and Development Department activities.  If you shoul have any questions regarding any of activities please feel free to contact us at 319-743-6320.

April 18, 2008 (Friday)

1. Cody Crawford was appointed to the Marion Historic Preservation Commission, his term will expire 01-01-2011
2. The Marion Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the request for a Watchman's Quarters located at the corner of Munier Road and 35th Street.

April 8, 2008 (Wednesday)