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Central Plaza Construction Update 8.22.24
Progress continues on Marion's Central Plaza in City Square Park.
08/22/2024 9:56 AM
IN FOCUS: 8.16.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics. Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter and other updates from the City of Marion directly in your inbox by visiting www.cityofmarion.org/enotify.
08/16/2024 4:20 PM
Property Tax Statements Arriving in Mail this Week
The semiannual installment of property and mobile home tax statements are being mailed this week and will be arriving in mailboxes soon. The deadline to pay the first half of property taxes without penalty this year is Sept. 30, 2024. A penalty of 1.5% will apply to late payments beginning Oct. 1.
08/13/2024 3:12 PM
CMPO Seeking Input for Regional Trail and Bikeway Wayfinding and Branding Plan
The regional trail and bikeway system within the Corridor Metropolitan Organization's planning area boundary is being refreshed with new wayfinding signage and trail branding. Part of this process is getting input from the public to help the project team understand how to update these crucial items.
08/13/2024 3:00 PM
City of Marion and Monarch Research Partner on Fall Community-Wide Tree-Planting Program
Marion residents and landowners who commit to the planting, watering and protection of the trees as they become established can register online for up to three free 3- or 5-gallon trees provided by Monarch Research. This program targets the right-of-way area between the curb and sidewalk.
08/12/2024 11:03 AM
IN FOCUS: 8.9.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics. Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter and other updates from the City of Marion directly in your inbox by visiting www.cityofmarion.org/enotify.
08/09/2024 5:45 PM
Central Plaza Construction Update 8.5.24
Progress continues on Marion's Central Plaza in City Square Park.
08/05/2024 4:50 PM
IN FOCUS: 8.2.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics. Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter and other updates from the City of Marion directly in your inbox by visiting www.cityofmarion.org/enotify.
08/02/2024 3:00 PM
IN FOCUS: 7.26.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics. Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter and other updates from the City of Marion directly in your inbox by visiting www.cityofmarion.org/enotify.
07/26/2024 4:09 PM
Marion to Celebrate National Night Out on August 6
The Marion Police Department is partnering with Marion Parks and Recreation, the Marion Public Library and the Marion Fire Department to organize a community-wide event from 5-7 p.m. at Thomas Park.
07/25/2024 9:38 AM
Fall Into Marion Parade Returns on September 14
The Fall Into Marion Parade sponsored by Farmers State Bank will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m., as part of a full line-up of free community events happening throughout the month.
07/24/2024 4:37 PM
IN FOCUS: 7.19.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics. Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter and other updates from the City of Marion directly in your inbox by visiting www.cityofmarion.org/enotify.
07/19/2024 4:04 PM
Marion IT Team Restoring Systems Impacted by Global Technology Outage
The outage was first detected overnight, and staff responded immediately. All public safety systems have been restored and are fully operational. Work continues on other online systems and workstations, and the IT Department anticipates having everything restored by the end of the day.
07/19/2024 12:52 PM
Uptown Marion Seeks Input on District's Future with New Survey
Uptown Marion's recent boom in economic development is a result of listening to Marion and regional residents. Two previous surveys provided valuable insights that helped shape the district's success and attract new businesses.
07/18/2024 2:53 PM
Central Plaza Construction Update 7.17.24
Progress continues on Marion's Central Plaza in City Square Park.
07/18/2024 2:11 PM
Intersection Improvements at Highway 100 and East Post Road to Progress
he project is intended to improve safety and traffic capacity at this intersection. It includes replacing existing traffic signals, along with adding eastbound and westbound left turn lanes, a westbound right turn lane and two-way queue detection.
07/16/2024 5:45 PM
City to Offer Curbside Collection of Tree Debris Next Week
Residents are asked to place tree limbs and branches no more than 6 inches in diameter and 8 feet in length between the sidewalk and the curb for collection. The Public Services Department will collect the tree debris next week through Friday, July 26.
07/16/2024 12:54 PM
STORM UPDATE: Report Limbs, Power Lines or Water Over the Roadway
The City is aware of a few power lines and tree limbs that are down down, and reminds residents to report anything that is blocking the roadway by calling the Marion Police Department's non-emergency number 319-377-1511. Dispatchers will then notify the appropriate crews.
07/15/2024 7:24 PM
City of Marion Announces Schedule Changes Due to Anticipated Severe Weather
City facilities, including Marion City Hall and the Marion Public Library, will close at 4 p.m. today-employees who can, will continue to work remotely. All Marion Public Library and Parks and Recreation programs this evening have been cancelled. The Marion Pool at Willowood Park will close at p.m.
07/15/2024 2:25 PM
IN FOCUS: 7.12.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics. Sign up to receive this weekly newsletter and other updates from the City of Marion directly in your inbox by visiting www.cityofmarion.org/enotify.
07/12/2024 3:00 PM