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City Council Office Hours Return to Marion Public Library
One or more City Council members will be available to visit with residents each Saturday between 9-11 a.m. through the fall and winter months.
10/05/2023 12:44 PM
Nationwide Emergency Alert Test of Cell Phones, Wireless Devices, Radios and TVs Happening October 4
This is a standard test that occurs once every three years. It is not possible to opt out of this test. Any cellular devices that are on and near a cellular tower during the test will receive the alert.
10/03/2023 1:29 PM
IN FOCUS: 9.29.23 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.
09/29/2023 4:37 PM
Marion Launches Online Survey to Gather Input on Community Wayfinding and Uptown Parking
The City of Marion is undergoing two simultaneous projects to improve the user experience for both residents and visitors of the community. Resident and visitor input will help inform both plans.
09/29/2023 2:37 PM
City and Housing Fund for Linn County Partner to Offer Housing Rehabilitation Program for Residents
Using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, the City of Marion has partnered with the Housing Fund for Linn County to provide an owner-occupied housing rehab program for Marion residents. The program can assist income-qualified Marion homeowners with up to $20,000 in project-related costs.
09/28/2023 3:21 PM
Marion Fire Responds to Small Fire at Marion Hy-Vee Store; No Reported Injuries
At approximately 13:01 today, the Marion Fire Department was called to Marion Hy-Vee, 3600 Hwy 151, for a small fire inside the business. The first arriving crews noted smoke and a small fire under a refrigeration unit. The fire was quickly extinguished. All employees and occupants were evacuated.
09/25/2023 4:59 PM
IN FOCUS: 9.22.23 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.
09/22/2023 1:48 PM
Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly Honored as Mayor of the Year
Marion Mayor Nicolas AbouAssaly was named the inaugural Mayor of the Year honoree among cities with more than 2,000 in population by the Iowa Mayors Association. The award was presented at the Association’s business meeting on Sept. 20, 2023.
09/20/2023 2:14 PM
Marion City Manager Selected to Participate in the 2023-24 Leadership Iowa Program
Forty leaders from across the state have been selected to participate in the 2023-24 Leadership Iowa program, Iowa’s premier issues-awareness program offered by the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) Foundation. Marion City Manager Ryan Waller is among the class.
09/19/2023 4:29 PM
Traffic Camera Warning Period Ends; Tickets Issued as of Sept. 19
For the past 30 days, the City of Marion has been issuing warnings to vehicle owners when their automobiles were caught on the Automated Traffic Enforcement cameras speeding or running a red light. The City is announcing that the warning period ends today.
09/18/2023 8:16 PM
IN FOCUS: 9.15.23 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.
09/15/2023 4:22 PM
City of Marion, Iowa NOT Under a Boil Order
The City of Marion, Iowa is not currently under a boil order. The Newsbreak app has incorrectly attributed an order for Marion, Alabama to our community.
09/14/2023 9:39 AM
Marion Seeks Resident Opinions through National Community Survey
A random, scientific sample of 3,000 households in Marion has been selected to participate in The NCS™. The data gathered will inform the City’s strategic plan, the budget process and departmental work plans.
09/13/2023 11:37 AM
Uptown Parking Study Underway
On Thursday, Sept. 14, the first counts will be conducted via drone technology at approximately 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. and will take about 30 minutes.
09/13/2023 10:27 AM
Linn-Mar to Host Homecoming Parade on September 13
On Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, the annual Linn-Mar Homecoming Parade returns to the northwest corner of Marion. This year’s event will start at 5:15 p.m. and will last approximately one hour. Patience and preparedness are requested during this community-supported event.
09/12/2023 1:34 PM
IN FOCUS: 9.8.23 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.
09/08/2023 4:00 PM
FEMA Implements Immediate Needs Funding
This advisory will affect the City of Marion’s final derecho project for reimbursement of Management Costs, as all other projects have been obligated. We continue to work with the state to release funds on the obligated projects, including those pending closeout.
09/08/2023 12:26 PM
Fall Into Marion Parade Happening Saturday
The parade will start at the corner of 1st Avenue and 15th Street, traveling north. It will go through the roundabout at 15th and 6th Avenue and proceed west from 15th Street to 9th Street, ending just beyond City Square Park.
09/08/2023 11:51 AM
IN FOCUS: 9.1.23 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.
09/01/2023 4:17 PM
City Offices to Close in Observance of Labor Day
Garbage, recycling and yard waste will not be collected on Labor Day. Collection will be delayed by one day, taking place Tuesday through Saturday instead.
08/28/2023 2:53 PM