Mayor Nick AbouAssaly to Deliver Marion's State of the City Address on March 10

The event, initially scheduled for Jan. 20, will now occur on Thursday, March 10, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cedar Rapids Marriott, 1200 Collins Road NE. It is sponsored by the League of Women Voters Linn County, in cooperation with the City of Marion, and supported by local businesses.

01/06/2022 10:05 AM

IN FOCUS: 12.29.21 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.

12/29/2021 5:17 PM

City Offices to Close in Observance of New Year's Holiday

The Public Services Department allows one free extra bag of garbage the week following Christmas. Curbside collection of real Christmas trees will be provided from Jan. 3 - Jan. 14, 2022. Trees, free of stands and decorations, should be placed at the curb on the normal collection day.

12/29/2021 12:00 PM

Sidewalk Snow Removal Reminders

Per city ordinance, property owners are required to maintain their sidewalks. Snow and ice shall be cleared within 36 hours after the snow or ice has been deposited on the sidewalk.

12/28/2021 5:05 PM

City of Marion Conducting Salvage Timber Harvest of Faulkes Heritage Woods

The goal of this salvage harvest is to remove trees that have a limited opportunity to thrive into the future due to the damage they sustained during the derecho, to minimize tree risk situations and to utilize openings created by the storm to re-establish the tree canopy.

12/28/2021 3:31 PM

Marion Seeks Resident Opinions through National Community Survey

A random, scientific sample of 2,700 households in Marion has been selected to participate in The NCS™. The confidential responses will be weighted and analyzed to reflect the broader community.

12/28/2021 2:13 PM

MPL Tech Station to Close in Early 2022

To meet the community's technology needs, the library will provide four computers for public use at the Uptown Library (1064 7th Avenue) starting the week of Jan. 17, 2022.

12/28/2021 2:04 PM

IN FOCUS: 12.22.21 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller

City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics.

12/22/2021 4:30 PM

IN FOCUS: 12.17.21 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller

City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics.

12/17/2021 4:30 PM

Residents Reminded to Be Weather Aware

Very strong winds with gusts up to 60-70 mph are expected after dark. Severe storms are possible after dark with wind gusts in excess of 80 mph and isolated tornadoes. High end impacts are possible, especially for east central Iowa.

12/15/2021 2:58 PM

Free CPR class can teach you to be a life-saver

12/14/2021 2:00 PM

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday

The Historic Preservation Commission will hear comments regarding a request for demolition of the former church located at 1277 8th Avenue at their Dec. 14, 2021 meeting at 7:30 a.m. in the City Council Chambers at Marion City Hall. The public is invited to attend to weigh in on the matter.

12/13/2021 1:47 PM

IN FOCUS: 12.10.21 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller

City Manager Ryan Waller provides a high-level update on various City-related topics.

12/10/2021 4:30 PM

Fire Safety During Winter Storms

12/09/2021 11:20 AM

Give a Gift from Home

12/09/2021 11:07 AM

C Avenue/Alburnett Road Growth Area Study

12/08/2021 2:52 PM

Outdoor Aquatic Center Feasibility Study Update

12/08/2021 2:49 PM

Marion City Council to Consider New Council Ward Boundaries

Every 10 years following the completion of the United States Census, the individual states are required to approve new legislative district maps for both federal and state offices. Due to Marion's continued growth over the past decade, it was necessary to redraw the ward boundaries.

12/07/2021 3:58 PM

Help a Firefighter: Adopt a Hydrant

12/07/2021 3:09 PM

Brent Neighbor Hired as Deputy Director

12/07/2021 11:19 AM