Marion public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The council will consider an intergovernmental economic development agreement with the cities of Herrin and Carterville. Agenda items also include approving police and fire pension contributions for FY23. Additionally, the council will discuss a draft ordinance regarding aggravated public nuisance.
- Intergovernmental economic development agreement with Herrin and Carterville
- IDOT Engineering Services Agreement for DeYoung Street
- Police Pension contribution of $1,217,031 and Fire Pension contribution of $729,540
- Hiring of dispatchers and Hub Recreation Center staff
- Ordinance 3764 setting the FY 2021-2022 tax levy at $100
The Marion City Council approved several items, including a $220,375.59 sound system upgrade for the Civic Center, pension contributions for police and fire, two new dispatcher hires, an intergovernmental agreement with REDCO, an engineering agreement for sidewalk work, and a $100 tax levy. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $220,375.59 sound system bid from Midwest Music Supply (5-0)
- Approved police pension contribution of $1,217,031 and fire pension of $729,540 (5-0)
- Hired Cassidy Reno as full-time dispatcher (5-0)
- Hired Shane Harriss as part-time dispatcher (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3765 intergovernmental economic development agreement (5-0)
- Approved $25,000 engineering agreement with Clarida & Ziegler for DeYoung Street sidewalk project (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3764 setting FY 2021-2022 tax levy at $100 (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will discuss a residential TIF redevelopment agreement with JECC, LLC and an IDOT resolution for road improvements. The council also considers allocating $50,000 in ARPA funding to the Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless. Additionally, the agenda includes several staff appointments and street sewer project bids.
- Residential TIF Redevelopment Agreement with JECC, LLC
- $50,000 ARPA funding allocation for Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless
- Appointment of Business Development Director at $65,000/year
- Storm sewer re-lining bids for 1400 Matthew Lane
- IDOT Resolution for Williamson County Parkway and Outer Drive/17th Street
The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Marion Center Project, supporting their acquisition of Rent One Park and extending the sales tax incentive from 2037 to 2042. The council also approved several other items including a $50,000 ARPA allocation for homeless services, a new Business Development Director position, and a storm sewer repair contract. All votes were unanimous with Mayor Absher absent.
- Approved MOU with Marion Center Project for ballpark acquisition and sales tax incentive extension to 2042 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda as presented (4-0)
- Accepted resignation of Yolande Peterson as Marion Cultural and Civic Center Board chairman (4-0)
- Hired Jordan Arnold as full-time police dispatcher (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3762, Residential TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Mr. JECC, LLC for 506 East Carter Street (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-27 for IDOT intersection improvements at Williamson County Parkway and 17th Street (4-0)
- Approved $70,075 low bid from Skuta Construction for storm sewer re-lining at 1400 Matthew Lane (4-0)
- Approved six-year ambulance contract extension with United Medical Response (4-0)
City Council
The council will receive notification regarding the 2021 tax levy, which is set at $100 total city-wide. The meeting also includes a discussion and potential approval of a change order for asbestos abatement in the City Hall Project.
- Notification of 2021 tax levy ($100 total city-wide)
- $9,479 change order for City Hall Project asbestos abatement
The City Council approved a $9,479 change order for additional asbestos abatement at the City Hall project, after contractors discovered previously hidden asbestos under carpet. The council also announced the 2021 property tax levy of $100 per property, which will be considered on December 27, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $9,479 change order for asbestos abatement (4-0, Stoecklin absent)
- Announced 2021 property tax levy of $100 per property for consideration on Dec 27
City Council
The council will discuss ordinances for two redevelopment agreements and an expansion of the Williamson County Enterprise Zone. They will also consider authorizing the Mayor to execute Opioid Settlement Participation documents.
- Ordinance 3759: Amended Redevelopment Agreement with Daniel Tondini
- Ordinance 3760: Adding territory to the Williamson County Enterprise Zone
- Ordinance 3761: Residential TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Monica Neice
- Authorization for Mayor to execute Opioid Settlement Participation documents
- Invoice 98961 from Fowler Heating & Cooling for kennel repairs
The City Council unanimously approved four items: the consent agenda; Ordinance 3759 amending a TIF redevelopment agreement with Daniel Tondini to list his other companies as developers; Ordinance 3760 adding land near Creal Springs to the Williamson County Enterprise Zone for a meat packing plant; and Ordinance 3761, a Residential TIF redevelopment agreement with Monica Neice, with a correction changing 'Village' to 'City.' The Council also authorized the Mayor to execute Opioid Settlement Participation documents, joining settlements with distributors and Janssen/Johnson & Johnson, with litigation against other defendants continuing.
- Approved consent agenda as presented
- Approved Ordinance 3759 amending TIF redevelopment agreement with Daniel Tondini
- Approved Ordinance 3760 adding territory to Williamson County Enterprise Zone
- Approved Ordinance 3761 Residential TIF redevelopment agreement with Monica Neice (corrected 'Village' to 'City')
- Authorized Mayor to execute Opioid Settlement Participation documents
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several economic development proposals including land annexation, rezoning, and new subdivisions. The council will also discuss infrastructure funding for the Westminster Road project and street maintenance payments.
- Resolution 2021-23 allocating Rebuild Illinois funds to the Westminster Road project
- TIF Inducement Resolutions for Main Street Marion, LLC and Marion Center Project
- Annexation and rezoning of parcels 06-22-200-004 and 06-22-200-005
- Purchase of the property at 1006 S Duncan Street
- Salt purchases at $74.08 per ton
The Marion City Council approved the annexation and rezoning of portions of parcels 06-22-200-004 and 06-22-200-005 on West Main Street to L-1 Light Industrial. The council also accepted two new subdivisions, allocated Rebuild Illinois funds to the Westminster Road project, and approved several other routine items including a salt purchase, a property purchase, and a health insurance renewal.
- Approved annexation and rezoning of West Main Street parcels to L-1 Light Industrial (unanimous)
- Accepted Main Street Marion Subdivision (unanimous)
- Accepted The Woodlands Phase 1 Subdivision (4-0, Stoecklin abstained)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-23 allocating $1,133,086.38 Rebuild Illinois funds to Westminster Road project (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 1006 South Duncan Street (unanimous)
- Adopted Residential TIF II inducement Resolutions 2021-24 and 2021-25 (unanimous)
- Approved salt purchase at $74.08 per ton (unanimous)
- Approved health insurance renewal with Blue Cross Blue Shield (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will consider hiring two new staff members for the Police Department. The agenda also includes a contract with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service regarding water and sewer lines and quotes for natural gas aggregation.
- Contract with U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to design and replace water and sewer lines in Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
- Hiring Jovontae Coleman as Patrol Officer
- Hiring Mary Kathleen Griffith as Police Records Clerk
- Quotes for a natural gas aggregation contract for City accounts
- Deposit for the 2022 Colt World Series
The Marion City Council approved a contract with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to design and replace water and sewer lines throughout the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, a $16 million project paid by the federal government. The Council also approved hiring Jovontae Coleman as a Patrol Officer and Mary Kathleen Griffith as a Records Clerk for the Police Department, both starting November 1, 2021. A 48-month natural gas aggregation contract with Constellation at $.486 was approved for City gas accounts. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved contract with U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service for $16M water/sewer line replacement at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge (5-0)
- Approved hiring Jovontae Coleman as Patrol Officer, effective November 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved hiring Mary Kathleen Griffith as Records Clerk, effective November 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved 48-month natural gas aggregation contract with Constellation at $.486 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 2022 Colt World Series invoice (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several personnel hires for the Police Department and Hub Recreation Center. The agenda also includes proposed property purchases and awards for public works projects. Additionally, the council will discuss ordinance 3754 regarding amusement taxes.
- Purchase of three properties from JRJ Rentals
- Purchase of 1246 Midway Ct from McCrary Developments, LLC
- Bid award to J.M. Jones, Inc. for the 12" WTP Yard Piping project
- Harris Computer Systems invoice for $12,324.74
- Ordinance 3754 regarding amusement taxes
The City Council approved Ordinance 3754, enacting a $0.01 per push/pull tax on video gaming terminals, effective November 1 but not enforced until pending lawsuits are settled. The council also approved several contracts and property purchases, including hiring a new patrol officer and awarding bids for water and sewer projects.
- Approved Ordinance 3754 for video gaming push tax (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Approved hiring Alek Jiminez as Patrol Officer (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Awarded $110,131 bid to J.M. Jones, Inc. for WTP Yard Piping project (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Awarded $16,360 bid to Scott Escue Construction, LLC for sewer extension for Stack'd (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Approved $13,039 bid from Little Tractor & Equipment for Exmark mower (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Approved purchase of three properties from JRJ Rentals (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Approved purchase of 1246 Midway Court from McCrary Developments, LLC (4-0, Barwick absent)
- Approved amendment to Farmer Environmental contract for asbestos air monitoring (4-0, Barwick absent)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider establishing a new TIF district and approving multiple redevelopment agreements. The agenda also includes a proposed budget increase for Tower Square Renovations and various personnel hires.
- Establishment of a TIF district via Ordinance 3747 with Jacob & Klein and The Economic Development Group
- Approval of redevelopment agreements for J & H Leasing, LLC; Marion Antique Mall, Inc.; Yellow Door Builders, Inc.; Thomas Real Estate Enterprises, LLC; and JECC Investment, LLC
- Budget increase for Tower Square Renovations from $1.25M to $1.5M and approval of Samron bid
- Purchase of five properties near Concord/Midway Court
- Promotion of Bradley Thornton to Detective in the Narcotics Unit
The Marion City Council approved increasing the Tower Square renovation budget from $1.25 million to $1.5 million and accepted the $989,000 general contractor bid from Samron Midwest Contracting. The council also approved the low bid of $173,306.06 for the Otis Street Watermain project, promoted Officer Bradley Thornton to Detective, and approved multiple redevelopment agreements and property purchases. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $1.5M Tower Square renovation budget increase and $989K Samron Midwest Contracting bid (5-0)
- Approved $173,306.06 Otis Street Watermain project bid to Mott Excavating (5-0)
- Promoted Bradley Thornton to Detective in Narcotics Unit (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 5 properties in Midway/Concord/Hendrickson project area (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3747 Professional Services agreement for Residential TIF II District (5-0)
- Approved Ordinances 3748-3753 redevelopment agreements (5-0)
- Affirmed Zoning Board variance approval for garage at 1717 Felts Drive (5-0)
- Approved hire of Tina Morrow as Deputy 911/EMA/GIS Director at $55,000/year (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will review several infrastructure bids for the First Southern Bank/City Hall project and the old water treatment plant. The meeting includes votes on zoning requests for a drive-thru at 928 W Main St and various residential TIF redevelopment agreements. Additionally, the council will consider multiple personnel hires for local libraries and recreation centers.
- Special Use Permit for Taco Bell at 928 W Main St
- Bids for First Southern Bank/City Hall project
- Asbestos removal and demolition bids for old water treatment plant
- Ordinance 3664 regarding massage establishment regulations
- Purchase of 1250 S. Midway
The Marion City Council approved the general contractor bid of $3,827,800 from Smith Hafeli, Inc. for the First Southern Bank/City Hall project, including four alternate bids. It also approved a $133,250 asbestos abatement bid from General Waste Services, air monitoring services from Farmer Environmental, and a five-year project labor agreement with the Egyptian Building Trades. The council approved demolition and asbestos removal bids for the old water treatment plant, a new elevated storage tank bid, and several zoning and TIF agreements.
- Approved $3,827,800 general contractor bid for City Hall project (5-0)
- Approved $133,250 asbestos abatement bid for City Hall (5-0)
- Approved air monitoring services from Farmer Environmental (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3741, 5-year project labor agreement with Egyptian Building Trades (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3742 amending massage establishment regulations (5-0)
- Approved $81,100 demolition bid for old water treatment plant (5-0)
- Approved $11,680 asbestos removal bid for old water treatment plant (5-0)
- Approved $3,974,000 bid for new elevated storage tank on Broeking Road (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several personnel hires for the police department, HUB Recreation Center, and Civic Center. The council will also review a resolution supporting federal funding for a small business incubator in the Citadel Building. Additionally, the agenda includes the purchase of an undercover vehicle using seized drug funds.
- Purchase of an undercover vehicle from Vogler Ford for $20,300
- Promotion of Sergeant Justin Dwyer to Lieutenant at $80,000 per year
- Resolution of support for Watermark Auto Group Foundation's funding application
- Hiring Joshua Haynes as Full-time Sports and Fitness Coordinator at $40,000 annually
- Promotion of Officer William Huddleston to Sergeant
The Marion City Council approved several police department items, including the purchase of an undercover vehicle, the promotion of Sergeant Justin Dwyer to Lieutenant, and the promotion of Officer William Huddleston to Sergeant. They also approved hiring Joshua Haynes as Sports and Fitness Coordinator, a part-time Treasurer's Office employee, and adopted Resolution 2021-22 supporting the Watermark Auto Group Foundation's grant application for the Citadel Building renovation. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved purchase of undercover vehicle from Vogler Ford for $20,300 (unanimous)
- Promoted Sergeant Justin Dwyer to Lieutenant at $80,000/year (unanimous)
- Promoted Officer William Huddleston to Sergeant (unanimous)
- Hired Joshua Haynes as Sports and Fitness Coordinator at $40,000/year (unanimous)
- Hired part-time Treasurer's Office employee at $12/hour (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-22 supporting Watermark Auto Group Foundation's EDA grant application (unanimous)
City Council
The Marion City Council is reviewing several personnel appointments and departmental updates. Proposed items include hiring school security officers, promoting police staff, and authorizing a loan for new patrol vehicles.
- Ordinance 3739: A borrowing agreement with Banterra Bank for four squad cars and equipment
- Ordinance 3740: An ordinance creating a Lieutenant position in the Police Department
- Hiring Mike Haynes and Clyde Ramage as School Security Officers at $20.50 per hour
- Resolution 2021-21 authorizing the Mayor to approve Market Street Hall project costs
- Approval of an Illinois EPA invoice for $17,500
The Marion City Council unanimously approved several police department actions, including hiring a dispatcher and two school security officers, promoting Officer Jason Watts to Sergeant, creating a Lieutenant position, and authorizing a borrowing agreement with Banterra Bank to finance four squad cars. The council also adopted a resolution for Market Street Hall project costs. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Hired Charles Herman as full-time dispatcher at $21.87/hr (5-0)
- Promoted Officer Jason Watts to Sergeant (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3740 creating Lieutenant position (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3739 borrowing agreement with Banterra Bank for squad cars (5-0)
- Hired Mike Haynes and Clyde Ramage as School Security Officers at $21.00/hr (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-21 authorizing Market Street Hall project costs (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several expenditures, including $133,500 for new police vehicles and a $100,000 contribution to the Crab Orchard Greenway project. The agenda also includes personnel changes at the Hub Recreation Center and the Police Department, along with various infrastructure upgrades.
- Purchase of four Ford Explorer police vehicles for $133,500
- $100,000 contribution to the Crab Orchard Greenway project
- Promotion of Sgt. Jody Wright to Assistant Police Chief Designee at $85,000 per year
- Upgrade of the Schreiber plant control panel for $63,900
- Purchase of a replacement bucket truck for $42,500
The Marion City Council unanimously approved the promotion of Sergeant Jody Wright to Assistant Police Chief Designee at $85,000 per year, effective August 2, 2021, to fill the vacancy created by Assistant Police Chief Tina Morrow's retirement in October. The council also approved multiple budgeted purchases, including three Ford Explorers for $133,500, a replacement bucket truck for $42,500, and a $63,900 control panel upgrade for the Schreiber plant. Several ordinances were passed, including one regulating yard sales and another allowing Sunday package liquor sales from noon to 10:00 P.M.
- Promoted Sgt. Jody Wright to Assistant Police Chief Designee at $85,000/year (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of three Interceptor Ford Explorers for $133,500 (unanimous)
- Approved $10,000 ICRMT safety grant for new tasers (unanimous)
- Approved $42,500 replacement bucket truck (unanimous)
- Approved $63,900 Schreiber plant control panel upgrade (unanimous)
- Approved $7,971.15 low bid for 72-inch Exmark mower (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-20 selling surplus property at 1205 North Market St. for $16,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 3738 allowing Sunday package liquor sales noon-10 P.M. (unanimous)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several personnel appointments and service invoices. The agenda also includes a bid award for the Industrial Park Lift Station and a resolution regarding a Community Development Block Grant.
- Awarding bid for Industrial Park Lift Station
- $13,934 invoice for Marion Animal Control addition
- Library Board appointments and reappointments
- Resolution 2021-18 for Community Development Block Grant
- Personnel changes at HUB Recreation Center
The Marion City Council approved several items, including a $301,150 bid for Industrial Park Lift Station improvements, a $13,934 addition to Animal Control, and a new dispatcher hire. They also accepted a resignation and made staffing changes at the Hub Recreation Center, and adopted a resolution supporting a CDBG grant application. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $301,150 bid to JM Jones, Inc. for Industrial Park Lift Station improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $13,934 invoice to Cook Sales, Inc. for Animal Control addition (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Colin J. Coriasco as Dispatcher at $23.08/hour (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of Alexis Williams, promoted Ashley Palmer and Alana Nation, and approved hiring a part-time Membership Assistant (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-18 supporting a CDBG grant application (unanimous)
City Council
The Marion City Council is considering several personnel hires for the police, street, and recreation departments. The agenda includes reviewing bids for an asphalt overlay program and various economic development ordinances. The council will also discuss a $5,000 donation for Independence Day events.
- Low bid for the 2021 Asphalt Overlay Program
- Right-of-way purchase for 5th Street Signalization Project
- $7,163 invoice for Tower Square Plaza engineering services
- Ordinance 3735 regarding a TIF agreement with JECC Investments, LLC
- $5,000 donation to Knights of Columbus
The Marion City Council unanimously approved the low bid of $995,613.18 from E.T. Simonds for the 2021 Asphalt Overlay Program. They also approved hiring a new police officer, two full-time and one part-time dispatcher, and an accounting technician, along with several economic development items and a $5,000 donation to the Knights of Columbus.
- Approved $995,613.18 asphalt overlay bid from E.T. Simonds (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Cassin Fearnow as police officer at $24.57/hr (unanimous)
- Approved filling two full-time and one part-time dispatcher positions at $21.87/hr (unanimous)
- Approved hiring an accounting technician at $20/hr plus benefits (unanimous)
- Approved right-of-way purchase for Fifth Street Signalization Project (unanimous)
- Approved economic incentive letter for ReaderLink (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 3734 amending redevelopment agreement with Marion Heights II, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 3735 residential TIF redevelopment agreement with JECC Investments, LLC (unanimous)
City Council
The council will consider several property acquisitions and economic development agreements. They are also reviewing bids for the Van Buren sewer project and financing for new police communication equipment.
- Purchase of 1115 Midway Court for $20,000 and 1206 W. Concord for $18,000
- Residential TIF redevelopment agreement with Brynnlayne Properties
- Bids for the Van Buren sewer project
- Purchase of security cameras for the Wastewater Treatment Plant for $10,225.86
- Financing for new Police Department communication equipment via Banterra Bank
The Marion City Council unanimously approved the purchase of 1115 Midway Court for $20,000 and 1206 W. Concord for $18,000, as well as economic development loan agreements with Whimsy (Ordinance 3731) and Brynnlayne Properties (Ordinance 3732). They also approved a $130,691 bid from JM Jones, Inc. for the North Van Buren Street Sanitary Sewer Extension, security cameras for the Wastewater Treatment Plant from ProTek for $10,225.86, and a lending agreement with Banterra Bank for new police communication equipment (Ordinance 3733). The meeting included a State of the City address with reports on finances, infrastructure, and public safety.
- Approved purchase of 1115 Midway Court for $20,000
- Approved purchase of 1206 W. Concord for $18,000
- Approved Ordinance 3731, economic development loan agreement with Whimsy
- Approved Ordinance 3732, Residential TIF redevelopment agreement with Brynnlayne Properties
- Approved low bid of $130,691 from JM Jones, Inc. for North Van Buren Street Sanitary Sewer Extension
- Approved purchase of security cameras from ProTek for $10,225.86
- Approved Ordinance 3733, lending agreement with Banterra Bank for police communication equipment
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including a new $5 million line of credit with Banterra Bank. The agenda also includes proposals for police equipment purchases and engineering agreements for street intersections. Additionally, the council will review various personnel hires across city departments.
- Ordinance 3729 establishing a $5M line of credit with Banterra Bank
- Purchase of police radios and headsets for $106,423
- Tower Square Plaza improvements up to $1.25M
- Raco Alarm Agent monitoring system upgrades for $27,810
- Engineering agreements with Farley Engineering for West Main and 5th Street intersections
The Marion City Council approved multiple spending items, including $1.25 million for Tower Square Plaza improvements, a $26,000 bid for HVAC repairs at the Hub Recreation Center, and a $5 million line of credit renewal with Banterra Bank. The council also approved several personnel actions, including promotions and a new hire, and authorized purchases for police radios and a crisis response system. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the consent agenda.
- Approved $1.25M for Tower Square Plaza improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $26,000 bid to Daikin-TMI for Hub aquatics HVAC work (unanimous)
- Approved payoff of $1.125M line of credit and new $5M line with Banterra Bank (unanimous)
- Hired Chaz Centore as Accounts Payable Specialist at $18.50/hr (unanimous)
- Approved promotions for Jessica Intravia and Allison Boner (unanimous)
- Approved $27,810 for Raco Alarm Agent 5G upgrade (unanimous)
- Approved $106,423 for police radios and headsets (unanimous)
- Approved $29,749.90 Direct-Link Bridge Crisis Response System (unanimous)
City Council
The council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including an asphalt overlay program and sewer main repairs. They will also consider staff hires for the police department and recreation center. Additionally, the agenda includes a project agreement for City Hall renovations.
- Approval of 2021 asphalt overlay program (Resolution 2021-16)
- Purchase of bulk road striping paint for $32,101.00
- Ordinance 3728 regarding funding for South Market Sewer Extension
- Skuta Construction bid for sewer main repair using TIF funds
- Agreement with White & Borgognoni Architects for City Hall renovation
The Marion City Council approved the 2021 asphalt overlay program funded by MFT, road and bridge, and gas tax funds totaling $1,115,000. It also approved a lease funding agreement with U.S. Bank for $760,000 for the South Market Sewer Project and Industrial Park Lift Station improvements, with Commissioner Patton voting no. Several other routine items were approved, including a road striping paint purchase, a school security officer hire, and a Civic Center office build-out.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-16 approving 2021 asphalt overlay program ($1,115,000 total) (5-0)
- Approved lease funding agreement with U.S. Bank for $760,000 for sewer and lift station projects (4-1, Patton no)
- Approved purchase of bulk paint for road striping at $32,101 (5-0)
- Hired Kathleen Griffith as School Security Officer (5-0)
- Approved $16,600 bid from Glass Doctor for Civic Center second-floor office build-out (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-15 Designating Depositories (4-0, Mayor Absher abstained)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreements with City of Herrin and Williamson County Joint ETSB for financial oversight (5-0)
- Approved hire of Kiley Gould as Deputy Clerk at $21/hour (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider establishing the 2021-2022 annual budget and reappointing department heads. The agenda also includes a vote on increasing sewer rates for debt service and reviewing several redevelopment agreements.
- Ordinance 3723 regarding raising sewer rates for debt service
- Ordinance 3721 establishing the 2021-2022 annual budget
- Special Use Permit request at 1806 W Warren St.
- Residential TIF redevelopment agreement with Brynnlayne Properties
- Master Developer Agreement with Millennium Destination Development
The Marion City Council voted unanimously to affirm the Zoning Board's denial of Julie McAlpin's special use permit to operate a hair salon from her home at 1806 West Warren Street, citing R-1 zoning restrictions. The council also approved several ordinances, including a sewer rate increase, a budget revision, and the 2021-2022 budget, all by unanimous votes.
- Affirmed denial of special use permit for home salon at 1806 West Warren St (5-0)
- Approved sewer rate increase of $2.81/month for debt service (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-14 transferring City Lake sale proceeds to General Projects Fund (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3724 Residential TIF agreement with Brynnlayne Properties (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3725 Hub TIF agreement amendment with SS Fowler, LLC (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3726 Master Developer Agreement with Millennium Destination Development (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-13 revising 2020-2021 budget (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3721 establishing 2021-2022 budget (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will consider several personnel hires for the police, street, and public works departments. The agenda also includes proposed ordinance changes regarding fire department fees and a new TIF redevelopment agreement.
- Ordinance 3718: Increasing Fire Department nonresident fees
- Training facility upgrades up to $37,800
- Hub TIF redevelopment agreement with Picker's Paradise
- Acceptance of Van Carr Subdivision
- Purchase of watermain pipe for budgeted projects
The Marion City Council unanimously approved several personnel hires, including a new patrol officer, school security officer, and public works staff, and authorized the purchase of a new ladder truck expected in Fall 2022. The council also approved ordinances for a subdivision, a TIF redevelopment agreement, increased fire department non-resident fees, and resolutions supporting show bookings and a grant application. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved hire of Matthew Medina as full-time Laborer (5-0)
- Approved hire of Logan Halstead as wastewater plant operator/laborer (5-0)
- Approved emergency purchase of watermain pipe (5-0)
- Approved hire of Codey Strong as Patrol Officer at $25.93/hr (5-0)
- Approved hire of Alek Jiminez as part-time School Security Officer (5-0)
- Approved transfer of Jeffrey Jones to part-time Animal Control at $11.00/hr (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3718 increasing Fire Department non-resident fees (5-0)
- Approved purchase of new ladder truck expected Fall 2022 (5-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will review a bid for the demolition of a residential building at 1306 West Main Street. The council will also consider hiring two part-time staff members for the Hub Recreation Center.
- Bid to demolish a residential building at 1306 West Main Street
- Hiring Brody Larson as a part-time lifeguard at $11.00/hour
- Hiring Sabine Henry as a part-time group exercise instructor at $15.00/hour
- Approval of March 8, 2021, meeting minutes
The Marion City Council approved the low bid of $9,850 from Neat Cut to demolish a residential building at 1306 West Main Street. The consent agenda was approved as presented. The council also recognized Girl Scouts Week and heard a request for sponsorship of the Young Hearts with Goals and Purpose Banquet. The meeting went into executive session for real estate and personnel matters, then adjourned.
- Approved consent agenda as presented (4-0, Patton absent)
- Approved $9,850 demolition bid from Neat Cut for 1306 West Main Street (4-0, Patton absent)
- Entered executive session for real estate and personnel matters (4-0, Patton absent)
City Council
The council will discuss various ordinances regarding property sales, TIF amendments, and roadway changes. The meeting also includes reviews of police equipment purchases and water line repairs.
- Ordinance 3715: Sale of surplus property in Robert L. Butler Industrial Park to Short HQ, LLC
- Purchase of 22 portable radios and mics for $24,970
- Midwest Meter bid of $10,719 for water line replacement
- Ordinance 3716: Hub TIF redevelopment agreement with Marion Center Project, LLC
- Ordinance 3717: Purchase of 1121 & 1123 Midway Court
The Marion City Council approved five ordinances covering a roadway vacation, a TIF amendment, a land sale, a redevelopment agreement, and a property purchase, all by unanimous 4-0 votes with the mayor absent. It also approved a $24,970 purchase of 22 portable radios for the Police Department and a $10,719 bid for a water line replacement. All actions were approved as presented with no discussion or opposition.
- Approved Ordinance 3713 vacating a roadway/right-of-way in Carriage Hills Subdivision (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3714 amending TIF I to remove one parcel in front of the hospital (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3715 authorizing sale of land to Matt and Melissa Short in Butler Industrial Park (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3716 Hub TIF redevelopment agreement with Marion Center Project, LLC (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3717 authorizing purchase of 1121 and 1123 Midway Court (4-0)
- Approved $24,970 purchase of 22 portable radios and mics from Novacom for Police Department (4-0)
- Approved $10,719 bid from Midwest Meter to replace a section of water line (4-0)
City Council
The Marion City Council will review several items including infrastructure bids and personnel hires. The agenda includes ordinances for selling fire department trucks and amending video gaming regulations.
- Bid award to Scott Escue Construction, LLC for $59,553.21 for South Market Street water main improvements
- Ordinances 3710 and 3711 regarding the sale of ladder trucks to Carterville and Williamson County
- Ordinance 3712 regarding video gaming regulation amendments
- Republic Services invoice for $8,357.11 for Midway Court demolition costs
- Personnel hires for the IT department and Hub Recreation Center
The Marion City Council approved several items, including awarding a $59,553.21 contract to Scott Escue Construction for the South Market Street Water Main Improvements Project, hiring Reilly Dickerson as a full-time IT Technician II at $16.50 per hour, and authorizing the sale of two fire trucks. The council also approved an ordinance amending video gaming regulations to split permits into two categories and increase net licenses by four. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Awarded $59,553.21 bid to Scott Escue Construction for South Market Street Water Main Improvements (5-0)
- Hired Reilly Dickerson as IT Technician II at $16.50/hour full-time with benefits (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3711 authorizing sale of 1988 LTI 75' Ladder Truck to Williamson County Fire Protection District (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3710 authorizing sale of 2004 Crimson 103' Ladder Truck to City of Carterville (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3712 amending video gaming ordinance to split permits and increase net licenses by four (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with correction to Feb 8 minutes (5-0)
City Council
The council will consider annual contributions to the Police and Fire pension funds. The agenda also includes several redevelopment agreements, TIF inducements, and property sales. Additionally, the meeting covers various ordinance amendments and municipal equipment purchases.
- Annual Police ($1,217,031) and Fire ($720,967) pension fund contributions
- Redevelopment agreement with Joe's Pizza of Marion, Inc.
- TIF Inducement Agreements for JMB Development, LLC and Brad Land Company, LLC
- Sale of surplus property at 1006 S Liberty and 301 S Future Streets
- Purchase of a new aeration blower for $9,387.04
The council approved all agenda items unanimously, including a new aeration blower purchase, pension contributions, and ordinances on hotel/motel taxes and administrative search warrants. It also approved the sale of surplus properties and several development agreements.
- Approved $9,387.04 purchase of aeration blower from Aerzen (5-0)
- Approved $1,217,031 Police and $720,967 Fire pension contributions (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3704 ceding $1,938,200 private bonding authority to SIDEA (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3709 conveying 2006 Pilgrim Trailer to United Medical Response (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3702 adding territory to Williamson County Enterprise Zone (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3703 selling surplus properties at 1006 S Liberty and 301 S Future to Shane Walker for $500 each (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3705 vacating alley between North Market and North Van Buren (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3708 redevelopment agreement with Joe's Pizza of Marion, Inc. (5-0)
City Council
The council will consider several personnel hires and infrastructure projects, including a sewer rehabilitation engineering agreement. Agenda items also include the sale of surplus properties and a $21,250 REDCO contribution. An update on the city's mural program is also scheduled.
- Redevelopment agreement with Little Nashville Cafe, Inc.
- Sale of two surplus properties to Shane Walker
- $21,250 REDCO contribution request
- Purchase of a used dump truck using surplus funds
- Engineering agreement for sewer rehab project
The Marion City Council approved a $215,000 engineering agreement with Clarida & Ziegler Engineering Co. for a sanitary sewer rehabilitation project, which includes televising 42,500 feet of sewer lines and design work. The council also approved hiring Tomas Ortega for the Street Department, Nick Keller as a part-time temporary intern, a redevelopment agreement with Little Nashville Café, Inc., and the sale of two surplus properties to Shane Walker. An Information Technology position was tabled after the candidate declined the offer.
- Approved $215,000 engineering agreement with Clarida & Ziegler for sewer rehab (5-0)
- Approved hiring Tomas Ortega for Street Department vacancy (5-0)
- Approved hiring Nick Keller as part-time temporary intern at $13.00/hr (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3701, redevelopment agreement with Little Nashville Café, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3700, sale of two surplus properties to Shane Walker (5-0)
- Tabled Information Technology position after candidate declined
City Council
The Marion City Council will discuss engineering agreements for intersection designs and the Tower Square improvement project. The agenda also includes tax abatement resolutions and ordinances regarding TIF amendments and property sales in the Robert L. Butler Industrial Park. Additionally, the council will review several personnel promotions across city departments.
- Final pay application of $43,338.40 for the Fire Department Apparatus Bay Addition
- Loan agreement with First Southern Bank for 300 Tower Square Plaza renovation
- Engineering agreements for 5th and Main Streets and Tower Square improvements
- Ordinance 3698 regarding property sales in Robert L. Butler Industrial Park
- Tax abatement resolutions for various General Obligation Bonds
The Marion City Council approved a loan agreement with First Southern Bank to finance the purchase and renovation of 300 Tower Square Plaza. The council also approved several other items, including a police promotion, a fire department construction payment, engineering agreements for intersection and Tower Square designs, TIF amendments, and a property sale ordinance. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved promotion of Tyson Baker to Detective at $27.60/hour (5-0)
- Approved final pay of $43,338.40 to Evrard-Strang Construction for Fire Department Apparatus Bay Addition (5-0)
- Authorized engineering agreement with Clarida & Ziegler for signalized intersection design at 5th and Main Streets (5-0)
- Authorized engineering agreement with Chastain & Associates for Tower Square improvement design (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3695, 6th Amendment to Marion Heights TIF removing one parcel (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3696, 4th Amendment to Marion Heights II TIF removing one parcel (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 3698 allowing sale of property in Robert L. Butler Industrial Park without bidding (5-0)