In 2017, the State approved the sale of fireworks in Iowa. In 2025, the State prohibited local governments from restricting the use of consumer fireworks on the dates and times listed below.

Fireworks can be purchased and used only by persons 18 years of age or older. 

Consumer fireworks usage is allowed in Marion on:

• July 3 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• July 4 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Dec. 31 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Jan. 1

Fireworks may be used:

• on the user's property
• on the property of someone who has given permission for the use of fireworks on their property

Fireworks may NOT be used in public parks.

To report the usage of fireworks outside of the permissible dates/times, please call the Marion Police Department's non-emergency line 319-377-1511 with as many details of the location, as possible.

Barking Dogs

To report a barking dog, call the Police Department's non-emergency phone number 319-377-1511 to have an officer meet with you to discuss enforcement.

Stray, Injured or Sick Domestic Animals

Animal control is a function of the Marion Police Department which has an agreement with the Cedar Valley Humane Society (CVHS) to provide care services for domestic animals.

Residents who find a stray domestic animal, within the Marion city limits, may drop it off at the CVHS facility located at 7411 Mt. Vernon Road SE, Cedar Rapids. The facility is open from noon to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Residents who find a stray animal outside of normal business hours can call the Marion Police Department's non-emergency number, 319-377-1511, and provide their call back number. Dispatchers will contact an after-hours representative from CVHS, who will set up a time to meet the resident at the CVHS facility to take custody of the animal.

If the resident has no way to transport an animal, CVHS will send representatives out into the field to pick up stray animals if they are contained.

CVHS has veterinary services available and will accept injured or sick domestic stray animals. Police officers will not transport animals to the CVHS facility, nor will animals be accepted for drop off at the Marion Police Department.

CVHS will charge a fee of $80 to residents arriving to claim their stray animal and $20 per day for boarding beginning on day two.

Vicious Dog or Dog Bite Incidents

Residents wishing to report a vicious dog, or a dog bite incident, should contact the Marion Police Department non-emergency number or 911 in an emergency.

Wounded or Sick Wild Animals

Neither the Marion Police Department nor CVHS will accept wild animals at their facilities. CVHS will have humane traps available to loan residents on a case-by-case basis. Those arrangements should be made directly with CVHS, during normal business hours, by calling 319-362-6288.

Residents who encounter a wounded or sick wild animal can contact the Police Department to have the animal dispatched if the animal is suffering or poses a risk to public safety. Otherwise, residents should contact a local wildlife animal control business for remediation.

However, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources maintains a list of licensed wildlife rehabilitators which may be of assistance.

Dead Animals

The Marion Public Services Department will remove dead animals from the roadway but will not remove them from private property.

If the complaint is on junk or abandoned vehicles, you may call the Police Department non-emergency phone number 319-377-1511. All other property complaints can be directed to the Building Division at City Hall. They can be reached at 319-743-6330 or by using the contact form.

STREETS

The Public Service Department is responsible for providing snow and ice control for city streets and designated snow routes. 

The department's Snow and Ice Control Program outlines the level of service and expectations for winter maintenance operations. In addition, the classification of streets, designated snow routes, and prioritization of streets for snow removal is defined within the Snow and Ice Program.

Questions or concerns regarding snow removal on city streets can be directed to the Public Services Department at 319-377-6367 or email.

SIDEWALKS

Please keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice.  

Per City of Marion Ordinance 278-16 “Removal of Snow, Ice and Accumulations” property owners are required to maintain their sidewalks and that snow and ice shall be cleared within 36 hours after the snow or ice has been deposited on the sidewalk. 

The entire sidewalk along the property must be cleared, including any corners leading into the street. If the snow/ice is not removed in a timely manner, the City will clear the sidewalk. The resulting charges will be 85 cents per square foot, plus a $25 administrative fee.

If you have any questions relating to snow removal on sidewalks, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 319-447-3580 or by using the contact form.

It is a violation of city code to have plants, grass, or weeds growing uncultivated and out of control at a height of 8 inches or more. Five days are allowed following notice to eliminate the violations. Otherwise the city will mow the property and assess the owners $35/hour plus $25 administrative fee.

Call 319-447-3580 or submit a comment to report properties in violation.

The Urban Forestry Division of Marion Parks & Recreation oversees the maintenance and care of right of way trees. if you notice any issues with the trees in the right of way, please call 319-447-3580.

Alliant Energy and Linn County REC both provide electrical service to the City of Marion. Refer to this map to understand the service areas.

Depending on your utility provider, streetlight outages can be reported in one of the following ways:

If the outage involves a light on a wooden or metal light pole, you can report the outage or issue to Alliant Energy and complete the Street Light Repair Request Form. Be sure to include address/location, city and state.

If the outage involves a light on a black decorative pole or if you are experiencing issues at a traffic light, you can speak with someone directly by calling Public Services Department at 319-377-6367.

To report a malfunctioning street light or security light within the Linn County REC service area, you can report the issue online via this form.

A police report can be made at the police department or you can call the police non-emergency number 319-377-1511 to arrange for an officer to meet with you.