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City of Marion Iowa - IN FOCUS 1 26 24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller 26 January 2024 ( news )
City of Marion , state Iowa ( By Press Release office)
Jan 26,2024
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For the Good of the Order
Marion Named 2023 Community of the Year
Earlier this week we shared the exciting news that Marion has been named the
2023 Community of the Yearby Community Playmaker . As the publication’s editor - in - chief , Ashley Whittaker , said in the announcement , “Marion is a great example of what can happen when a community , both its leaders and citizens , cast a vision for a tremendous quality of life for everyone . And the power is not just in the vision , it’s also in the determination Marion leaders showed driving these projects through to completion . Through initiatives as diverse as their partnership to build a state - of - the - art YMCA to converting unused alleyways into accessible arts and entertainment space , we are inspired by the work they’ve done and continue to do . ” This recognition belongs to the community! Let’s keep reaching higher , together!
Budget Presentation
My thanks to our elected officials , staff and community members for being so engaged in the conversation surrounding the budget today . We were able to accomplish what we needed to today and will not be meeting tomorrow . I’ve included the
slide presentationfor your reference . I cannot thank the Finance team and all City departments enough for their time and attention in developing this budget . We look forward to continued dialog on this topic between now and April 30 , the required date to have it filed with the State .
Marion State of the City Event Happening March 5
The City of Marion is committed to being the best place in Iowa to raise a family and grow a business . Using an approach that is forward - looking , people - focused and rooted in partnerships , community leaders are delivering on a vibrant quality of life . Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly will review the challenges and triumphs of 2023 and highlight the projects slated for 2024 and beyond during the
30th annual Marion State of the City address . His presentation is titled “Setting the Standard . ” The event is planned for Tuesday , March 5 , from 11:30 a . m . - 1 p . m . at the Raddison Hotel Cedar Rapids , 1200 Collins Road NE . It is hosted by the City of Marion and supported by local businesses .
Marion to Host Open House and Informational Session for Contractors and Developers
The City of Marion invites area contractors , builders , developers , architects and realtors to an
open house and informational sessionon Tuesday , Feb . 27 , between 7 - 9:30 a . m . at the Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center , 4500 N . 10th St . A light breakfast will be provided . Representatives from City departments and Marion Economic Development Corporation ( MEDCO ) will be on hand to discuss topics that impact those in the building construction industry . Learn about common construction violations , the digital plan review process , updates to stormwater management requirements , changes to the zoning map , possible fee changes , updates to the fire alarm and sprinkler review process and more .
Marion Water Department Conducting Inventory of Lead Service Lines
The Marion Water Department is
updating its records of water service lines
. Homes and businesses built before 1950 may have a private lead service line . The private water service line is the pipe connection between the publicly - owned water main in the street and the privately owned water service line from the public water main to the water meter in your home or business . An updated citywide inventory is required under the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) ' s recently revised Lead - Copper rule . Marion Water Department staff will be contacting homeowners to verify what type of pipe enters their home or business if no existing records currently exist . Owners of older homes can be proactive and take a picture of the water service pipe where it enters the dwelling before the water meter and send the photo with their address to
Todd Steigerwaldt
, general manager of the Marion Water Department . Pipe material will be either made of lead , copper , galvanized or plastic . The inventory must be completed by April .
Marion ICE Event to Feature Ice - Sculpting Demos in City Square Park
The City of Marion will host its second annual
Marion ICEevent in City Square Park on Feb . 17 , 2024 , sponsored by Iowa Appliance Center and LG Home Appliances . Attendees will be able to watch live ice - sculpting demonstrations and take photos with completed sculptures , which will feature winter and Marion - centric themes . There will also be hot chocolate and winter - friendly games in the park from 4 - 7 p . m . The event is free to attend , and visitors are encouraged to visit Uptown businesses and restaurants before or after the event .
Free Community CPR Class to be Offered
To learn life - saving CPR skills , free of charge , sign up to attend the
Marion Community CPR Classon Feb . 17 , 2024 , from 9 a . m . to noon at the headquarters for the Marion Fire Department , 100 Irish Drive . Marion Fire Department professionals will be the trainers . The training is for anyone over the age of 16 who lives or works in Marion . The Rotary Club of Linn County is again helping to organize the CPR class .
Last Chance to Nominate Someone for the Community Impact Award
Have you thought of someone to nominate for the Morris F . Neighbor Community Impact Award? Nominations will be accepted through Jan . 31 , 2024 . Community Impact Award nominees may be an individual , couple or organization whose volunteerism , outstanding service and dedication have made a significant impact on the Marion community . Visit
www . marioncc . org/community - impact - award - nominationsto access the form . The recipient of the award will be recognized at the Marion State of the City event in March .
Marion Public Library Hosting Community Shred Event
Are your file cabinets loaded with confidential documents that you don’t need? The Marion Public Library is hosting a community shred event during the month of January! Learn more about accepted documents , drop - off guidelines and other important details at
marionpubliclibrary . org/shred
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Upcoming Events
Here’s a look at what’s happening in Marion:
Saturday , Jan . 27 - City Council Office Hours – 9 - 11 a . m . – Marion Public Library
Friday , Feb . 2 – Coffeehouse Nights featuring Roots of Rhythm – 7 - 8:30 p . m . – Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center
Future Project Updates
Here’s a look at the
tentative agendacontaining a list of several items that will be coming before the City Council in the weeks ahead .
On the Docket
The following are a few of the major activities on my calendar for the coming week:
Internal meetings
Meeting with Brian Chubb
Meeting with Colette Atkins
Collaborative Growth Initiative Meeting
Scheduled time out of the office
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