Please keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice. 

Per City of Marion Ordinance 141.03 “Removal of Snow, Ice and Accumulations,” it is the responsibility of the abutting property owners to remove snow and ice accumulations from sidewalks promptly. The entire sidewalk along the property must be cleared, including any corners leading into the street.

If a property owner does not remove snow or ice accumulations within 36 hours after the accumulation, the City may do so and assess the costs against the property owner for collection in the same manner as a property tax. Concerns with residential snow and ice removal are handled on a complaint basis by contacting the Marion Parks and Recreation Department at 319-447-3580.

If you have any questions, please contact the Parks Department at (319) 447-3580. 

The City of Marion requires contractors to have permits prior to any installation, modification, or removal of fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, suppression systems, smoke control systems, or underground fire lines. Even if you are only adding one sprinkler head, moving one sprinkler head, or moving one fire alarm device, a permit is required. Permits are also required for the installation, removal, or abandonment of above ground or underground fuel tanks, the erection of tents over 600 square feet, fireworks or pyrotechnic displays and retail and commercial fireworks sales. 

Keep your water bill manageable by implementing the following water conservation tips:

• Check all faucets for drips. If a drip fills an 8-ounce glass every 15 minutes, it will lose about 180 gallons per month. That's equivalent to 2,160 gallons a year, enough for more than 30 showers or baths. Drips can usually be fixed by replacing inexpensive washers or valve seats.
• Let your grass go dormant during the hot summer months.  If you must irrigate, do so in the early morning or late evening to avoid excess evaporation. 1” of water per week is a typical amount.  Contact our local Master Gardners for other yard conservation tips and ideas at 319-377-9839.
• Install flow restrictors or other conservation devices on all faucets. With these in the shower alone, you can cut your water use from about 5 to 10 gallons per minute to as low as 1.4 to 3 gallons per minute.
• Wrap exposed indoor and outdoor pipes to prevent breakage in freezing weather.
• Check kitchen cupboards beneath the sink once a week for wet spots or bowed cabinetry.
• Keep drinking water in the refrigerator so you don't have to run the tap until the water gets cold enough to drink.
• Only run full loads in your dishwasher.
• Check grout and tiles in shower area. Are any loose? Is grout missing, allowing water to flow beneath the tiles?
• Check toilets for leaks. Drop a teaspoon of food coloring into the tank. If the color appears in the bowl after 15 minutes, have the "flapper" valve replaced.
• Replace older toilets with new ultra-low flush models or put water displacement devices inside every toilet tank. Make them from plastic water bottles weighted down with pebbles. Do not put bricks in your tank; they can dissolve and clog siphon jets.