Marion public meetings in 2022

City Council

The council will review several appointments for the library, recreation center, and police department. Additionally, the agenda includes construction changes to City Hall and a grant for a road project.

• Hiring Shyanne Jasper as Librarian I at $13.50/hour
• Promoting Rebekah Crouse to Aquatics Coordinator at $40,000 annual salary
• Change Order 27 for the Marion City Hall project to add sump pumps
• Resolution 2022-23 for a DRA Grant local match to build a road north of the Pavilion

The City Council approved a local funding match for a grant to build a road connecting Skyline Drive to Sioux Drive. The council also approved a new police dispatcher hire and a change order for the new city hall. Additionally, the city consented to the assignment of contracts following the purchase of Clarida & Ziegler Engineering by Horner & Shifrin.

• Approved Resolution 2022-23 to provide $500,000 local match from Project Fund for DRA grant (5-0)
• Approved hiring Jared Blaylock for open police dispatch position (5-0)
• Approved Clarida & Ziegler Consent to Contract Assignments (5-0)
• Approved change order 27 to add two sump pumps to new city hall basement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider several personnel changes for the police department and Hub Recreation Center. The agenda includes discussions on real estate purchases, surplus property sales, and a sewer service permit request for Illinois Route 37. The council will also review invoices and housing rehabilitation grant administration.

• $12,000 invoice to J & B Equipment for flood control ditch cleaning equipment
• Hiring Charles J. Welge as a patrol officer
• Ordinance 3854 regarding the sale of surplus property at Jackson and Harper Streets
• Purchase of real estate from RLH Properties, LLC
• Resolution 2022-22 for a sewer service permit along Illinois Route 37

The City Council approved a minimal tax levy and authorized several property transactions, including the sale of surplus lots and the purchase of quad plex buildings. The council also hired a new patrol officer and approved a sewer service permit request from IDOT.

• Approved Ordinance 3853 setting the FY2022-2023 tax levy at $100 (5-0)
• Approved hiring Charles J. Welge as a patrol officer (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3854 for the sale of surplus property at Jackson and Harper Streets (5-0)
• Approved purchase of real estate from RLH Properties, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-22 to request IDOT permit for sewer service along Illinois Route 37 (5-0)
• Approved RFQ from John H. Crawford & Associates for housing rehabilitation grant administration (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding a zoning change and an annexation petition. The meeting also includes discussions on purchasing new fire department equipment and fountain maintenance.

• Zoning change for PIN# 06-17-200-033 from R-A to C-1
• Purchase of extrication equipment for Engines 3 & 4 and a thermal imaging camera
• Annexation petition for part of PIN 07-09-300-001
• Approval of The Woodlands Phase 2 Subdivision plat
• Bid from Olympic Pools for Tower Square fountain covers

The City Council approved Ordinance 3842 to regulate city signage and prohibit new billboards. The council also approved a property annexation on Fietsam Road and a zoning change to general commercial for the Pet Wellness Center.

• Approved Ordinance 3842 amending the city code regarding signage (5-0)
• Approved purchase of extrication equipment for Engines 3 and 4 and a thermal imaging camera (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3852 annexing part of PIN 07-09-300-001 on Fietsam Road (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3850 rezoning PIN #06-17-200-033 from Rural Agriculture to C-1 General Commercial (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3851 accepting The Woodlands Phase 2 Subdivision plat (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will consider a request to change the zoning of case # 06-17-200-033 from R-A Rural Agriculture to C-1 General Commercial. The board will also review the minutes from the August 30, 2022 meeting.

• Zoning change request # 06-17-200-033 from R-A Rural Agriculture to C-1 General Commercial for CCS Real Estate Holdings, LLC
• Approval of August 30, 2022 minutes

The Zoning Board approved a petition to change the zoning of a property at PIN# 06-17-200-033 from R-A Rural Agricultural to C-1 General Commercial. The owner intends to develop the property into lots for commercial businesses.

• Approved August 30, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for PIN# 06-17-200-033 from R-A Rural Agricultural to C-1 General Commercial (3-0)

City Council

The council will consider redevelopment agreements for 902 S. Mechanic Street and 110 E. Jefferson St. They will also review ordinances regarding on-premise and off-premise signage. Other items include vehicle purchases and various property sales in Butler Industrial Park.

• TIF redevelopment agreements for 902 S. Mechanic Street and 110 E. Jefferson St
• Ordinances 3842 and 3843 regarding on-premise and off-premise signage
• Purchase of a new Ford F-150 for $43,665 via loan agreement
• City Hall project change order for $13,656.82
• Approval of various invoices including ProTek camera installations

The Council approved several property sales in the Butler Industrial Park and the return of surplus land to previous owners. They also authorized two TIF redevelopment agreements and a loan for a new fire department vehicle. Ordinances regarding on-premises and off-premises signage were tabled.

• Approved promotion of Ben Wilson to Fire Lieutenant (5-0)
• Approved $43,665 purchase of Ford F-150 and related loan agreement (5-0)
• Approved Residential TIF I agreement with Brynnlane Properties, LLC for 902 S. Mechanic St (5-0)
• Approved Hub TIF agreement with JM Vision, LLC for 110 E. Jefferson St (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus Butler Industrial Park property to Specialty Mine Services (5-0)
• Approved $68,908 purchase of road salt from Compass Minerals (5-0)
• Approved $1,282,566 police and $874,458 fire pension contributions for FY2024 (5-0)
• Approved health insurance renewal with Blue Cross Blue Shield (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several personnel hires for the fire department, police dispatch, and recreation center. The agenda also includes reviewing bids for surplus property sales and an ordinance amendment for Barnett Rentals RDA. Additionally, the council will consider a pneumatic teller system purchase for the new City Hall.

• Purchase of $11,780.00 pneumatic teller system from Monday Security Corporation
• Ordinance 3840 amending Barnett Rentals RDA to add additional developers
• Hiring of Dakota Upchurch and Grady Powell as probationary firefighters
• Bids for the sale of surplus properties

The City Council approved the sale of five surplus properties and the purchase of a pneumatic teller system for City Hall. The council also hired new personnel for the fire and police departments and amended a TIF redevelopment agreement.

• Approved sale of five surplus properties to Yellow Door Builders, Inc. for a total of $3,630 (4-0)
• Approved hiring Dakota Upchurch and Grady Powell as Probationary Firefighters (4-0)
• Approved hiring Tammy Hutchinson for a police dispatch position (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3840 amending the Barnett Rentals RDA to add additional developers (4-0)
• Approved $11,780 purchase of a pneumatic teller system from Monday Security Corporation (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)

City Council

The council will consider several ordinances regarding electrical codes and residential driveways. The meeting also includes discussions on school security agreements and sewer main replacement.

• Residential TIF I Redevelopment Agreement with Lane Erectors, Inc. (North Taft Street)
• Sewer main replacement under Print Avenue using Hub TIF funds
• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Marion Unit 2 School District for School Security Officers
• $27,447.00 quote from Ravensberg to replace partition wall coverings at The Pavilion
• Ordinance 3839 regarding the regulation of Mobile Homes

The council approved three ordinances updating the electrical code and license requirements, and replacing mobile home regulations. A proposed driveway-hard-surface ordinance was tabled for further research. The council also approved a $40,030 sewer main replacement contract and a TIF redevelopment agreement for three houses on Taft Street.

• Approved Ordinance 3836 updating electrical code to 2017 version, subject to city attorney opinion on residency requirement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3837 amending electrical license requirements, increasing bond from $3,000 to $20,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3839 repealing and replacing mobile home regulations, requiring homes 15 years or newer and placement in mobile home zoning district (5-0)
• Approved contract with Voltus for voluntary load reduction during potential blackouts (5-0)
• Approved $40,030 bid from Skuta Construction, Inc. for sewer main replacement on Print Avenue using Hub TIF funds (5-0)
• Approved amended Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Marion Unit 2 School District for School Security Officers (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3838, a Residential TIF I Redevelopment Agreement with Lane Erectors, Inc. for three single-family houses on North Taft Street (5-0)
• Approved $27,477 quote from Ravensberg to replace partition wall coverings at The Pavilion (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider several personnel changes, including fire department promotions and new hires for city departments. The agenda also includes an inducement agreement with A Better Egg, LLC and the potential purchase of two properties. Additionally, the council will discuss a new four-way stop at North Logan and Illinois Streets.

• Fire department promotions for Jesse Burford, Chad Schmid, and Anthony Stotlar
• Inducement agreement with A Better Egg, LLC (Resolution 2022-21)
• Ordinance 3834 for a four-way stop at North Logan and Illinois Streets
• $12,992.00 quote for meters at Rolling Acres Apartments
• Purchase of 1154 Midway Court and 407 N. Walker

The City Council approved the Police & Fire Merit Board's recommendations to promote Jesse Burford to Assistant Chief, Chad Schmid to Captain, and Anthony Stotlar to Lieutenant, and to hire Peyton Barnett to fill the vacancy created by Assistant Chief Bill Heyde's retirement. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved a four-way stop at North Logan and Illinois Streets, a $12,992 meter purchase for Rolling Acres Apartments, an inducement agreement with A Better Egg, LLC, the purchase of two properties, and a legal research software renewal and upgrade.

• Approved promotions: Burford to Assistant Chief, Schmid to Captain, Stotlar to Lieutenant (5-0)
• Approved hiring Peyton Barnett as firefighter (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3834 for four-way stop at North Logan & Illinois Streets (5-0)
• Approved $12,992 meter purchase from Utility Pipe Sales Co. for Rolling Acres Apartments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-21 inducement agreement with A Better Egg, LLC (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1154 Midway Court and 407 N. Walker (5-0)
• Approved closed session minutes review recommendations (5-0)
• Approved renewal and upgrade to Lexis+ legal research software (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will vote on several zoning requests for duplexes and property variances. The council also plans to discuss software upgrades, new city hall furniture, and flood management agreements. Additionally, the meeting includes approvals for various staff hires and department contracts.

• Zoning votes for duplexes on Champ St and 1008 W Main St
• Agreement with US Army Corps of Engineers regarding stormwater management
• Purchase of furniture for the new City Hall totaling $11,375.40
• Software upgrade for payroll and HR at a cost of $26,172.07
• New tile flooring for Pavilion restrooms for $79,569.00

The Marion City Council unanimously approved a $250,000 watershed study with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to address flooding, purchased CivicServe software for $7,500 annually, and affirmed three zoning board approvals for a duplex on Champ Street, a fence variance on Valmar Drive, and a duplex conversion on West Main Street. The council also approved several other items including a payroll software upgrade, a school security officer agreement, new City Hall signage, and the sale of surplus vehicles.

• Approved agreement with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for watershed study (unanimous)
• Approved CivicServe software purchase at $7,500 annually (unanimous)
• Affirmed Special Use Permit for two duplexes on Champ Street (unanimous)
• Affirmed variance for tapered fence at 612 Valmar Drive (unanimous)
• Affirmed Special Use Permit to convert 1008 West Main Street to duplex (unanimous)
• Approved MIP Abilla payroll software upgrade for $26,172.07 (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for school security officer at The Learning Center (unanimous)
• Approved new City Hall signage from Liberty Crane & Signs for $10,281.60 (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will meet to review two new business requests. The board will consider a special use permit for duplex construction on Champ St. and a variance request for a fence at 612 Valmar Dr.

• Special Use Permit request for two duplexes at Champ St. (PIN# 07-18-478-005)
• Variance request for a fence at 612 Valmar Dr.

City Council

The Marion City Council is considering an economic development resolution for MK Hotel, Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on a $8,200 cleaning quote for City Hall and a change order for the Square project fountain.

• Resolution 2022-19: Inducement resolution with MK Hotel, Inc.
• $8,200 quote from McPherson Enterprises to soft wash City Hall limestone exterior
• Change order for the Square project adding mosaic tile to fountain surfaces
• Appointment of Tyler Dwyer as a school security officer
• Various personnel hires including an Accounts Payable Specialist at $20/hour

The council voted unanimously to hire Tyler Dwyer as a school security officer for Marion Junior High School and adopted Resolution 2022-19, an inducement resolution for the MK Hotel, Inc. project. They also approved an $8,200 contract to clean the limestone exterior of the new City Hall building and a change order adding mosaic tile to the Square project fountains.

• Approved hiring Tyler Dwyer as school security officer (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-19, an inducement resolution with MK Hotel, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $8,200 quote from McPherson Enterprises to soft wash limestone exterior of new City Hall (5-0)
• Approved change order adding mosaic tile to Square project fountain surfaces (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will review multiple ordinances regarding residential TIF redevelopment agreements and economic incentives. The agenda also includes discussions on purchasing two Midway Court properties and an engineering agreement for the Sioux Drive Extension Project.

• Residential TIF redevelopment agreements for W. Hendrickson, W. Prairie, S. Madison, and S. Market
• Purchase of 1216 S Midway Court and 1217 Midway Court
• Engineering agreement for the Sioux Drive Extension Project
• Donation of two decommissioned squad cars to Mobile Training Unit 15 and SIU
• Approval of a $11,262 purchase for a new Street Department trailer

The Marion City Council unanimously approved four Residential TIF redevelopment agreements with Brynnlayne Properties, Prairie Creek Development, and South Market Homes, plus an economic incentive agreement with Stearns & Stearns Properties. It also approved the purchase of two properties on Midway Court, an engineering agreement for the Sioux Drive Extension Project, the hiring of Larry Fones as a school security officer, donation of two squad cars, and an insurance renewal with IML-RMA. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance 3827 TIF II agreement with Brynnlayne Properties (1204 West Hendrickson) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3828 TIF II agreement with Brynnlayne Properties (1404 West Prairie) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3829 TIF I agreement with Prairie Creek Development (703 South Madison) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3830 TIF I agreement with South Market Homes (704 S. Market) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3831 economic incentive agreement with Stearns & Stearns Properties (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1216 Midway Court (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1217 Midway Court (5-0)
• Approved hiring Larry Fones as school security officer (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council is reviewing a zoning denial for an Amazon Delivery Hub and considering several ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes discussions on parking requirements, fence regulations, and extending the Colt World Series contract through 2027.

• Zoning review for an Amazon Delivery Hub at 805 N McLaren St.
• Contract extension with Pony Baseball and Marion Stadium, LLC for the Colt World Series through 2027.
• Amendment to a TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Olive Garden Holdings, LLC.
• Ordinance changes for parking, fences, electrical licensing, and building permit fees.
• Approval of a $17,500 IEPA water pollution control fee.

The Marion City Council unanimously affirmed the Zoning Board's denial of a Special Use Permit for an Amazon Delivery Hub at 805 North McLaren Street. The Council also approved several ordinances, including changes to off-street parking requirements, fence regulations, electrical licensing procedures, commercial building permit fees, a TIF agreement amendment with Olive Garden Holdings, and a three-way stop sign ordinance. Additionally, the Council authorized the City Attorney to intervene in a property tax appeal and approved a contract extension with Pony Baseball to keep the Colt World Series in Marion through 2027.

• Affirmed Zoning Board denial of Special Use Permit for Amazon Delivery Hub at 805 N. McLaren St. (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3826 amending off-street parking requirements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3821 amending fence regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3822 amending electrical licensing procedure (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3823 amending commercial building permit fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3824 amending TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Olive Garden Holdings, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3825 repealing/replacing three-way stop ordinance at Broeking Rd. & Norman Rd. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-18 authorizing City Attorney to intervene in Property Tax Appeals Board case (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board will consider requests for a special use permit and a setback variance at 805 N McLaren St. These proposals involve operating an Amazon delivery business and building a garage on the property. The board will also review minutes from the June 21st meeting.

• Special Use Permit request for an Amazon delivery business at 805 N McLaren St.
• 5' foot setback variance request to build a garage at 805 N McLaren St.
• Approval of minutes from the June 21st Zoning Board Meeting

City Council

The council will consider adopting the Marion Bike Plan and several property acquisitions. This includes purchasing properties on Midway Court and Concord Street, along with a property trade. The meeting also covers police department hiring and a loan for five interceptors.

• Purchase of 1231 S. Midway Court for $35,000
• Purchase of 1233 W. Concord Street for $35,000
• Ordinance 3820 authorizing a loan for five police interceptors
• Adoption of the Marion Bike Plan
• Collective bargaining agreements with Laborer's Local 773

The Marion City Council approved a $291,292 bid from Midwest Pool & Court for sand filtration systems at the Hub Recreation Center, plus $8,232 for a UV system rebuild. The council also adopted the Marion Bike Plan, approved the hiring of five police and school security officers, and authorized several property purchases and trades. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Patton absent, except for Resolution 2022-17 which passed with all members present voting yea.

• Approved $291,292 sand filtration bid and $8,232 UV rebuild for Hub pool (4-0)
• Adopted Marion Bike Plan to enable federal funding applications (4-0)
• Hired patrol officers Garrett Patterson, Mason Dodd, Jackson Yates (4-0 each)
• Hired school security officers Ted Hunziker and Roy Sweet (4-0 each)
• Approved collective bargaining agreements with FOP Dispatchers and Laborer's Local 773 units (4-0)
• Authorized $35,000 purchase of 1231 S. Midway Court and trade for 1215 W. Concord St. (4-0)
• Approved $35,000 purchase of 1233 W. Concord St. from BHS Property Solutions (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-17 to apply for FY 2022 DRA grant (5-0)

City Council

The council will vote on several zoning changes and property sales. They are also considering a contract for street overlays and the renewal of a $5 million line of credit.

• $1,257,892.04 bid to Samron for the annual street overlay program
• Zoning change at 102 N 5th St from R-2 to C-1 to extend a business parking lot
• Rezoning of multiple parcels from C-1 to R-2 to build 1200-1300 sq. ft. homes
• Renewal of the $5M line of credit with Banterra Bank
• Collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police through April 2025

The Marion City Council approved the low bid for the annual street overlay program at $1,257,892.04, renewed a $5 million line of credit, and approved $192,500 in ARPA non-profit grants. Zoning changes were affirmed for several properties, including a commercial rezoning on 5th Street and a residential rezoning for new homes, with one dissenting vote. A collective bargaining agreement with the police union was also approved.

• Approved $1,257,892.04 street overlay bid to Samron Midwest (5-0)
• Approved $192,500 in ARPA non-profit grants (5-0)
• Approved renewal of $5M line of credit with Banterra Bank (5-0)
• Affirmed zoning change to C-1 at 102-104 N 5th St (5-0)
• Affirmed zoning change to R-2 for Franks parcels (4-1, Patton no)
• Approved special use permit for massage at 900 W White St (5-0)
• Approved variance for fence at 1502 Hazeltine Ct (5-0)
• Approved police collective bargaining agreement (5-0)

City Council

The council will consider TIF redevelopment agreements for Route 13 and Energy Land Holdings, LLC. The agenda includes the purchase of 907 W. White Street and new police equipment. Additionally, several staff hires and library board reappointments are up for approval.

• TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Olive Garden Holdings, LLC
• Purchase of 30 tasers and equipment from Axon Enterprises for $117,756
• Approval of Stonecliffe Subdivision plat and improvements
• Purchase of property at 907 W. White Street
• Annual invoice for Questica budgeting software for $16,996.88

The Marion City Council approved several items, including accepting the Stonecliffe Subdivision plat, purchasing 907 West White Street, adopting a TIF inducement resolution with Energy Land Holdings, LLC, and approving a Route 13 TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Olive Garden Holdings, LLC. They also approved hiring a new firefighter, repealing ordinances related to donated fire trucks, and purchasing 30 new tasers for the police department. All votes were unanimous among the four present members (Commissioner Stoecklin absent).

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3813 accepting Stonecliffe Subdivision plat and improvements (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 907 West White Street (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-16 TIF Inducement with Energy Land Holdings, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3814 Route 13 TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Olive Garden Holdings, LLC (4-0)
• Approved hiring Ben Schultz as Firefighter (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3812 repealing Ordinances 3710 and 3711 for donated fire trucks (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 30 tasers from Axon Enterprises for $117,756 (4-0)

City Council

The council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including a major construction bid for Westminster Drive and utility permits for the IL 13 water tower project. The agenda also includes police equipment purchases and updates to TIF district plans.

• $2,486,732 bid for Westminster Drive Project by E.T. Simonds Construction
• $30,025 purchase of ten Armis tactical vests for the Police Department
• $52,137.86 payment to Ameren for electric service extension on South Market Street
• $645,000 appropriation of MFT funds for the 2022 resurfacing program
• $30,968.17 change order for Solatube Skylights at City Hall

The Marion City Council approved a 25-year Solar Power Purchase Agreement with Solential Energy and Madison Energy Investments, contingent on a rate of 4.76 cents per kWh or better and City Attorney review. The Council also approved several other items, including a $2.49 million Westminster Drive Project bid, a $1.7 million bond purchase, and multiple ordinances and resolutions. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Solar Power Purchase Agreement with Solential Energy (5-0)
• Approved $52,137.86 payment to Ameren for electric service extension (5-0)
• Approved Investment Policy amendment allowing purchase of other Illinois government bonds (5-0)
• Approved $30,025.00 purchase of 10 Armis tactical vests (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3808 vacating alley in M.C. Campbell's addition (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-14 for IDOT utility permit for water main (5-0)
• Approved Westminster Drive Project bid to E.T. Simmonds Construction for $2,486,732 (5-0)
• Approved $1.7 million Public Works bond purchase at 3% over 16 years (5-0)

City Council

The council will consider issuing General Obligation Bonds up to $1,700,000. The agenda also includes proposals for police vehicle purchases and the establishment of the Marion Residential TIF District II.

• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds up to $1,700,000
• Purchase of five Ford Explorer Interceptor vehicles for $225,000
• Ordinances regarding the Marion Residential TIF District II
• Sale of 2.25 acres in Butler Industrial Park to S.I. Properties, LLC
• Purchase of a Laser Tech total station for $8,251

The City Council approved a $1.7 million general obligation bond issue (Ordinance 3806) to fund water and sewer projects, including the South Market Sewer Extension and East Elevated Water Tank, and to retire other debt. It also approved the purchase of five police vehicles, a crash reconstruction total station, the sale of industrial park land, a grant agreement, and creation of a Residential TIF II district. The council selected Constellation as the municipal electric supplier on a 48-month contract, with the mayor voting no.

• Approved $1.7M general obligation bond issue (Ordinance 3806) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of five 2022 Police Ford Explorer Interceptors for $225,000 from Morrow Brothers Ford (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Laser Tech total station for $8,251 for crash reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1217 Midway Court (PIN 06-24-328-016) (5-0)
• Approved grant agreement with Greater Egypt Regional Planning for CDBG Award #20-241001 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinances 3803, 3804, 3805 establishing Residential TIF District II (5-0 each)
• Approved sale of 2.25 acres in Butler Industrial Park to S.I. Properties, LLC for $22,500 with buy-back clause (5-0)
• Approved 48-month electric supply contract with Constellation (4-1, Mayor Absher no)

City Council

The council will discuss establishing the FY2023 budget and amending the FY22 budget. Agenda items include water and sewer rate ordinances, several department hires, and a sewer extension project contract. Members will also review special use permits for developments on N Market St and W Hendrickson St.

• Skuta Construction contract for South Market Sewer Extension Project ($1,081,039.40)
• Ordinance 3798 establishing the FY2023 Budget
• Special Use Permit for multi-family housing at N Market St (Castellano Properties, LLC)
• TIF Inducement Resolution with Energy Land Holdings, LLC
• Purchase of two vehicles to replace IT Department fleet vehicles

The Marion City Council approved the FY2023 budget (Ordinance 3798) and a budget amendment (Resolution 2022-13). It also approved several ordinances restructuring water and sewer rates, including a 3% annual increase, and awarded a $1,081,039.40 contract for the South Market Street Sewer Extension Project. The council affirmed the Zoning Board's denial of a special use permit for 908 West Hendrickson Street and approved hiring three police officers and a school security officer.

• Approved FY2023 budget (Ordinance 3798) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-13 amending FY2022 budget (5-0)
• Approved water/sewer rate restructuring ordinances 3800, 3801, 3802 (5-0 each)
• Awarded South Market Street Sewer Extension to Skuta Construction for $1,081,039.40 (5-0)
• Affirmed Zoning Board denial of special use permit at 908 W Hendrickson St (5-0)
• Approved hiring officers Larry Troxel, Thomas Woods, and School Security Officer Tony Grove (5-0 each)
• Approved elevator change order for City Hall not to exceed $223,500 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two IT fleet vehicles (Toyota Corolla $22,149, Honda HR-V $26,386.20) (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider a zoning change at 1223 S. Court St. and the purchase of properties on Midway Court. The agenda also includes reviewing roofing bids for city facilities and various personnel appointments.

• Zoning change at 1223 S. Court St. from MH Mobile Home to C-1 General Commercial
• $65,000 bid for library and fire department roof replacement
• Purchase of properties at 1124 and 1221 Midway Court
• $31,319 LED lighting proposal from Brown Electric, Inc.
• $13,082.40 tornado siren maintenance agreement

The Marion City Council approved a zoning change at 1223 South Court Street from Mobile Home to C-1 General Commercial, allowing owner Brit Kirby to build a 24-hour laundromat. The council also approved several other items including engineering services for a sewer project, property purchases on Midway Court, a housing needs assessment, and a $65,000 roof replacement bid for the library and fire department. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Stoecklin absent.

• Approved zoning change at 1223 South Court Street from MH to C-1 (4-0, Stoecklin absent)
• Approved engineering services agreement with Clarida & Ziegler for Sewer Rehabilitation Project (4-0)
• Approved $8,866.50 purchase of Purafil media for west plant air filters (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 1124 Midway Court for $15,000 and 1221 Midway Court for $25,000 (4-0)
• Approved City of Marion Housing Needs Assessment & Community Revitalization Plan (4-0)
• Approved $65,000 bid from Reynolds Roofing for library and fire department roofs (4-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will review the allocation framework for American Rescue Plan funding. The agenda includes discussions on zoning changes at 307 Boyton St and several residential TIF redevelopment agreements. The council will also consider various personnel hires and department contracts.

• Zoning change from R2 to C1 at 307 Boyton St
• Purchase of six properties on Midway Court and Hendrickson Street
• Allocation framework for American Rescue Plan funding
• Ordinance 3795 regarding a Banterra Bank loan for a Trackhoe
• Intergovernmental Agreement for a Joint Emergency Telephone Systems Board

City Council

The Marion City Council will vote on several special use permit applications, including a pole barn and a childcare facility. The council is also scheduled to discuss public works equipment purchases and the expansion of the Williamson County Enterprise Zone. Additionally, officials will review American Rescue Plan allocation frameworks.

• Special use permit for a pole barn at 1615 Emery Ln.
• Special use permit for childcare at 412 E College St.
• Purchase of a used service truck up to $75,000
• Ordinance 3787 adding territory to the Williamson County Enterprise Zone
• Purchase of two Aerzen blowers for $25,382.58

The Marion City Council voted unanimously to overrule the Zoning Board's approval of a special use permit for a hydraulic repair/machine shop at 700 Old Creal Springs Road, effectively denying the permit. The council also approved several other items, including a resolution for sidewalk improvements, two special use permits, an Enterprise Zone addition, a police hire, and multiple public works purchases and refinancing.

• Overruled Zoning Board approval of special use permit for hydraulic repair/machine shop at 700 Old Creal Springs Road (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-09 for East DeYoung Street sidewalk project using $50,000 MFT funds (5-0)
• Affirmed special use permit for pole barn at 1615 Emery Lane (5-0)
• Affirmed special use permit for childcare at 412 East College Street (Robin's Nest) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-10 applying for Delta Regional Authority award (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3787 adding territory to Williamson County Enterprise Zone (5-0)
• Hired Brad Dillard as School Security Officer (5-0)
• Approved refinancing water/sewer debt, used service truck ($75,000 max) and diesel pump ($15,000 max), and two Aerzen blowers ($25,382.58) (5-0 each)

City Council

The Marion City Council will discuss several infrastructure and redevelopment items, including a street department equipment purchase and the Route 13 TIF Redevelopment Agreement. The agenda also includes personnel hires for the police and recreation departments and the repeal of the city's vaccine policy.

• Purchase of a 2022 CAT 315 GC with accessories for $154,890
• Route 13 TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Southern Illinois SK, LLC
• Contract award for widening the West Main/5th Street intersection
• Repeal of Ordinance 3767 regarding the City's OSHA Vaccine and Testing Policy
• Approval of Wildcat Cove Subdivision ordinance

The Marion City Council approved the purchase of a 2022 CAT 315 GC excavator for $154,890 with trade-in, awarded a $147,076.48 contract to ET Simonds Construction Co. for widening the West Main Street/Fifth Street intersection, and approved ordinances for a Residential TIF II public hearing, Wildcat Cove Subdivision, a Smoothie King TIF agreement, repealing the COVID vaccine policy, and ceding bonding authority. The council also approved the fire fighters' collective bargaining agreement and tabled two items for further research.

• Approved purchase of 2022 CAT 315 GC excavator for $154,890 with trade-in (unanimous)
• Awarded $147,076.48 contract to ET Simonds Construction Co. for West Main/Fifth Street widening (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3786 setting April 25, 2022 public hearing for Residential TIF II (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3781 accepting Wildcat Cove Subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3785 Route 13 TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Southern Illinois SK, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Marion Professional Fire Fighters Local No. 2977 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3783 repealing Ordinance 3767 (COVID vaccine/testing policy) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3784 ceding private activity bonding authority to Southern Illinois Economic Development Authority (unanimous)

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider several TIF redevelopment agreements with Brynnlayne Properties for various locations. The agenda also includes adopting the 2018 International Building Code and engineering agreements for Refuge water and sewer improvements.

• TIF redevelopment agreements with Brynnlayne Properties at 1006 S Mechanic, 407 E Jackson, and 412 E Jefferson
• Adoption of the 2018 International Building Code via Ordinance 3772
• Engineering service agreements with Clarida & Ziegler for Refuge Water and Sewer improvements
• Installation of a 4-way stop at North Market and Stockton streets
• $28,200 amendment for City Hall elevator redesign

The City Council approved several ordinances and contracts, including adopting the 2018 International Building Code, installing a 4-way stop at North Market and Stockton Streets, and awarding a $455,333.13 contract to E T Simonds for signalizing the 5th Street/Main Street intersection. They also approved a Mow to Own ordinance, a moratorium on off-premises advertising signs, and a multifactor authentication policy. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda as presented.
• Approved engineering agreements with Clarida & Ziegler for Refuge Water and Sewer improvements.
• Approved Ordinance 3772 adopting the 2018 International Building Code.
• Approved zoning change for PIN # 06-25-100-019 from R-A to R-1.
• Approved Ordinance 3774 authorizing a 4-way stop at North Market and Stockton.
• Approved Ordinance 3779 to vacate Lot 1 Lake Park Estates Revised Subdivision.
• Approved contract award to E T Simonds for $455,333.13 for 5th Street/Main Street signalization.
• Approved Ordinances 3775, 3776, 3777 for TIF agreements with Brynnlayne Properties.

City Council

The Marion City Council approved a $50,000 American Rescue Plan (ARPA) donation to Renew Southern Illinois for its Temporary Emergency Housing program. The council also approved several other items, including a $15,269.06 change order for safe deposit box removal, a resolution for road resurfacing design, and an engineering services agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $50,000 ARPA donation to Renew Southern Illinois for Temporary Emergency Housing (5-0)
• Approved $15,269.06 change order to Smith Hafeli for safe deposit box removal (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 for design engineering of Main Street, Pentecost Road, and Bainbridge Trail resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved Engineering Services Agreement with Clarida & Ziegler Engineering for resurfacing design (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Zenner meters for Norman Road Development at $38,280, reimbursed by developer (5-0)
• Approved $37,100 increase for sewer televising project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3769 establishing interested parties registry for Residential TIF II (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3768 amending video gaming terminal license fee cost share (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will meet to consider several items including new police promotions and city ordinances. The agenda also includes discussions on sewer extension reimbursements and equipment purchases for public works.

• Promotion of Douglas Schrock to Sergeant
• Hiring Bill True as School Security Officer
• Ordinance 3766 regarding Aggravated Public Nuisances
• Meadowland Parkway sewer extension reimbursement using TIF funds
• Purchase of new aeration equipment for the Schreiber plant

The Marion City Council approved Ordinance 3767 establishing a COVID-19 vaccine-or-testing policy per the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard, and Ordinance 3766 prohibiting aggravated public nuisances. They also approved a $14,325 bid for LED lighting at the Civic Center, a $72,212 purchase of aeration equipment for the Schreiber plant, a new Water Department truck from Vogler Ford for $27,064, a $35,192.65 sewer extension reimbursement, and two police personnel actions. Commissioner Webb was absent for most votes after leaving due to technical issues.

• Approved Ordinance 3767 (OSHA COVID-19 vaccine/testing policy) (4-0, Webb absent)
• Approved Ordinance 3766 (Aggravated Public Nuisances) (4-0, Webb abstained)
• Approved $14,325 bid from Midwest Music for Civic Center LED lighting (4-0)
• Approved $72,212 purchase of aeration equipment for Schreiber plant (4-0)
• Approved $27,064 purchase of Water Department truck from Vogler Ford (4-0)
• Approved $35,192.65 reimbursement for Meadowland Parkway sewer extension (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Douglas Schrock to Sergeant (4-0)
• Approved hiring Bill True as School Security Officer (4-0)