Non-Tree Storm Debris Collection to Begin September 28

Items intended for the landfill must be piled separately from brush and tree debris and should be placed in the right of way between the street and the sidewalk for curbside collection.

09/24/2020 2:24 PM

Groundbreaking Set for October 1 for New Marion Public Library

City leaders and Chamber ambassadors will join friends, board members and staff of the Marion Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 4 p.m. to break ground on the community’s new library and kick-off the public fundraising campaign.

09/24/2020 9:55 AM

Burn Ban in Marion Relaxed to Allow for Recreational Fires in Covered, Portable Pits

Recreational fires such as those in portable fire pits with a lid or a screened top are now permissible, as long as clean firewood is being used and not storm debris. Burning is also allowed in gas-fired commercial appliances, such as tabletop fire pits that do not create embers.

09/22/2020 3:10 PM

Work Continues on the CeMar Trail Project; Removal of Former Railroad Bridge to Begin

Later this week, demolition is expected to begin on the former railroad bridge over Marion Boulevard. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction.

09/22/2020 3:00 PM

Guidance for Safely Draining Pools & Spas

It is important to let the water drain slowly, so it doesn’t overload the sanitary sewer system or saturate a neighbor’s lawn. About 12 gallons per minute is a good flow rate that will prevent the erosion of soil and vegetation.

09/14/2020 12:09 PM

Deadline Extended for Community Equity & Inclusion Online Survey

The City of Marion is seeking input from residents to help identify community strengths and challenges related to racial justice, inclusion and equity. The deadline to participate has been extended to Sept. 30.

09/10/2020 11:30 AM

Marion Named 2020 All-Star Community Award Recipient

For the third time in four years, the City of Marion was named an All-Star Community by the Iowa League of Cities. The 2020 award was given for the Prospect Meadows Sports Complex. The city was recognized in a virtual ceremony on Sept. 9.

09/09/2020 12:20 PM

Marion House to be Relocated on September 9

A home located at 525 11th Street in Marion is scheduled to be relocated on Wednesday, Sept. 9 to a lot at the corner of 4th Avenue and 9th Street. The move is expected to begin around 9 a.m. and take until 1 p.m.

09/08/2020 10:56 AM

Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste Collection Delayed by One Day

Garbage, recycling and yard waste were not collected on Labor Day. Collection will be one day late all week, taking place Tuesday through Saturday. The Recycling Drop-off Center will be open its regular hours Saturday, Sept. 5 from 8 a.m.-4:15 p.m. and Tuesday, Sept. 8 from noon-5:45 p.m.

09/03/2020 4:30 PM

Non-Tree Storm Debris Collection to Occur

To date, more than 43 percent of tree debris has been collected. An announcement regarding the start of non-tree debris collection is expected within the next two weeks. It is critical that residents keep items intended for the landfill piled separately from brush and tree debris.

09/02/2020 8:52 PM

Property Tax Satements Arriving in Mail

The semiannual installment of property and mobile home tax statements are currently being mailed. The deadline to pay the first half of property taxes without penalty is Sept. 30, 2020. A penalty of one and one half percent will attach to late payments beginning Oct. 1, 2020.

09/01/2020 8:21 AM

Governor Orders All Bars in Six Counties to Close as COVID-19 Numbers Rise

The proclamation, effective at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, orders all bars, taverns, wineries, breweries, distilleries, night clubs to close in six counties: Black Hawk, Dallas, Johnson, Linn, Polk, and Story county.

08/27/2020 2:02 PM

Fall Into Fitness and Sunrise Yoga to Return

Fall Into Fitness is ideal for anyone looking to try a new fitness program. Classes will take place every Tuesday evening from 6-7 p.m. during the month of September. Sunrise Yoga will resume at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12 and will continue each Saturday morning through the end of the month.

08/27/2020 12:21 PM

Storm Response Update - Tree Assessments, Debris Removal & New Dashboard

Marion Parks and Recreation staff are conducting an initial assessment of nearly 6,000 trees in the right-of-way, parks and public spaces. Early estimates show that the Aug. 10 derecho has resulted in a loss of or damage to about 35 percent of the city’s street tree canopy.

08/26/2020 7:42 PM

Burn Ban Extends beyond City Limits; Half-Mile into County

Drought conditions in Linn County are contributing to increased rates of drying in vegetation and organic debris left from the August 10 storm. The dry vegetation and debris is very receptive to any source of ignition, which could lead to fire dangers.

08/25/2020 3:25 PM

New Development Proposed at Historic Uptown Marion Site

08/25/2020 3:16 PM

Storm Response Update - Tree and Storm Debris

Residential collection of tree debris is a top priority for the city. It is important to keep tree debris separate from other storm debris. Do not put other items at the curb at this time. Future collection of storm debris intended for the landfill (i.e. fences, furniture, etc.) will occur later.

08/25/2020 10:53 AM

City of Marion Storm Response - Aug. 24 Update

Many of Marion’s parks sustained significant damage in the Aug. 10 derecho. City crews and volunteers have worked to reopen several parks. Gill Park and the splash pad, Lowe Park and the trails through the park, Thomas Park, Butterfield Park and Waldo’s Rock Park are now open to the public.

08/24/2020 5:16 PM

Need Assistance? FEMA can help Disaster-Affected Homeowners, Renters, and Businesses

Residents of Linn County can now apply for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Individual Assistance Program, which provides disaster-affected homeowners, renters, and businesses with programs and services to maximize recovery.

08/24/2020 3:56 PM

Assessing Tree Damage on Your Property

If you're looking for a local or non-local tree service to assist, check this list for businesses that have been registered with the City of Marion.

08/24/2020 3:11 PM