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IN FOCUS: 8.8.25 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.
08/08/2025 5:10 PM
City and Monarch Research Partner on Fall Community-Wide Tree-Planting Effort
Marion residents and landowners who commit to the planting, watering and protection of the trees as they become established can register online for up to three free 3-gallon trees provided by Monarch Research. This program targets right-of-way areas.
08/07/2025 8:50 AM
Fall Into Marion Parade Returns on September 13
The City of Marion celebrates the return of the Fall Into Marion Parade sponsored by Farmers State Bank on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 10 a.m. It is part of a full line-up of free community events happening throughout the month.
08/06/2025 1:47 PM
IN FOCUS: 8.1.25 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.
08/01/2025 4:01 PM
Marion to Celebrate National Night Out on August 5
This year, National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 5. The Marion Police Department is partnering with the Marion Fire Department and other City departments to organize a community-wide event from 5-7 p.m. at Thomas Park, 343 Marion Blvd.
07/29/2025 4:27 PM
Report Tree Damage or Branches in the Right-of-Way
If you see damaged trees overhead in our parks/along the street or fallen branches underfoot in the right-of-way, please call Marion Parks and Recreation at (319) 447-3580 to report.
07/29/2025 11:05 AM
IN FOCUS: 7.25.25 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.
07/25/2025 4:24 PM
City of Marion Announces Jeremy Sprague as New Chief of Police
The City of Marion is pleased to introduce Jeremy Sprague as its next chief of police. Sprague brings 25 years of dedicated law enforcement experience to the position, including 19 years with the Des Moines Police Department.
07/21/2025 11:11 AM
IN FOCUS: 7.18.25 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.
07/18/2025 4:29 PM
Portions of 6th Avenue and Boyson Road Close on Monday for Pavement Patching; Work Continues on 29th Avenue
On Monday, July 14, 2025, Cedar Falls Construction will begin new segments of the 2025 Pavement Patching Project. Three high-traffic road segments will be closed so that crews can repair roadways and extend the life of those showing signs of deterioration.
07/14/2025 7:59 AM
IN FOCUS: 7.11.25 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.
07/11/2025 4:48 PM
Marion Police and Fire Departments Respond to Residential Fire Resulting in Fatality
At 7:43 a.m. today, July 11, both Marion Fire and Police Departments were dispatched to a Medical Priority 1 call in the 3400 block of Quail Trial Court in Marion.
07/11/2025 12:50 PM
Marion Seeks Resident Opinions through Aquatics Park Survey
The City of Marion has been exploring options to replace the existing facility with an aquatics park. Before moving any further, the City needs to understand how much of an investment, if any, taxpayers are willing to make.
07/08/2025 2:28 PM
IN FOCUS: 7.3.25 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.
07/03/2025 3:23 PM
City Offices to Close in Observance of Independence Day
Due to the holiday, the City Council work session and regular session meetings have been combined and will be held on Tuesday, July 1 at 4 p.m. at Marion City Hall.
07/01/2025 9:27 AM
Marion Residents Reminded of Rules Surrounding Consumer Fireworks Usage
As Independence Day approaches, Marion residents are reminded to be aware of the rules surrounding the purchase and use of consumer-grade fireworks within city limits.
06/30/2025 2:40 PM
IN FOCUS: 6.27.25 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.
06/27/2025 4:49 PM
July 9 Reception Planned to Introduce Candidates to be Marion's Next Chief of Police
Marion residents and members of the business community are invited to a public reception on Wednesday, July 9, to meet the four finalists who will be interviewing to be Marion’s next chief of police. The open house will take place at the Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center from 6-7:30 p.m.
06/27/2025 11:27 AM
Movies on the Move Series Returns to Neighborhood Parks in Marion This Friday
One Friday per month in June, July and August, an outdoor movie will be shown at select neighborhood parks in Marion. The movies are scheduled to begin around 8:30 p.m. or dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs/blankets for open lawn seating. Outside food and drink are permitted.
06/24/2025 9:28 AM
IN FOCUS: 6.20.25 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.
06/21/2025 8:47 AM