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Library Board of Trustees to Host Third Design Charette
The feedback gathered at the upcoming charette will help refine and focus the library’s design.
10/29/2015 10:20 AM
Child Safety Seat Check Planned for October 24
A certified child safety seat technician will be on hand to inspect car seats for safe installation.
10/21/2015 11:28 AM
Construction Notice: Marion Blvd/7th Avenue
The Public Services Department will be performing street maintenance along Marion Boulevard/7th Avenue this week.
10/20/2015 3:37 PM
Trick-or-Treat at Marion City Hall on October 30
Children can dress up in their Halloween costumes and collect candy and other treats from staff on both floors at Marion City Hall between 3-5 p.m.
10/20/2015 9:24 AM
Road Closure: 3rd Avenue East of 35th Street
Full closure on Wednesday, Oct. 21.
10/16/2015 2:39 PM
Marion Awarded $150,000 REAP Grant for Waldo's Rock Park Development
The park, which features a glacial erratic boulder formation, will provide unique learning and recreational opportunities for all ages.
10/14/2015 3:01 PM
Engineering Department Initiates Adoption of Statewide Urban Design and Specifications
The change will better align the City of Marion’s infrastructure construction standards with those developed, accepted, and maintained statewide in Iowa.
10/14/2015 10:29 AM
Blairs Ferry Road & Marion Boulevard Traffic Signal Maintenance Completed
The intersection was controlled by portable stop signs.
10/13/2015 4:11 PM
Municipal Election Candidate Forums Planned
Candidate forums for the Nov. 3 municipal elections will be hosted by the League Of Women Voters at Kirkwood Training and Outreach Services, 3375 Armar Dr in Marion.
10/08/2015 9:23 AM
Swamp Fox Festival Survey
Share your feedback regarding the 2015 Swamp Fox Festival by completing this survey.
10/05/2015 3:36 PM
Lon Pluckhahn installed to ICMA International Board
As one of 18 vice presidents, three of whom are elected from the organization's Midwest region, Mr. Pluckhahn will represent ICMA to state associations of local government management and maintain relationships among other affiliated organizations.
10/01/2015 11:33 AM
Marion Engineering Department Seeks Input on Capital Improvement Projects
Capital improvement projects are typically improvements to City infrastructure that have a general public benefit and cost over $50,000.
09/30/2015 11:47 AM
Keep Temporary Signage Out of the Right-of-Way
Signs other than official traffic or street signs are not allowed in the City right-of-way.
09/29/2015 11:54 AM
Keep Temporary Signage Out of the Right-of-Way
Signs other than official traffic or street signs are not allowed in the City right-of-way.
09/29/2015 11:53 AM
Vote For Bike Racks!
Help Marion win a grant for bike racks from Wellmark.
09/28/2015 1:17 PM
Marion Achieves Certified Blue Zones Community Status
Local Organizations and Community Leaders Implement a Wide Range of Environmental Improvements to Enhance the Well-Being of Residents and Achieve Community Transformation
09/21/2015 12:12 PM
Fire Prevention Week Planned for Oct. 4-10
Marion Fire Department recommends having a smoke detector in every bedroom, outside every sleeping area, and at least one on each level of your home.
09/21/2015 10:13 AM
Emergency Road Closure: 12th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues
Please use caution in this area and find alternate routes.
09/16/2015 4:23 PM
Construction Notice: 29th Avenue Paving Project
Pavement striping is underway.
09/16/2015 2:15 PM
Know Where your Exits are Located
When you enter a public building, especially one that you have never been in, take a few seconds and look around for all of the available exits.
09/15/2015 9:29 AM