Marion public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Marion City Council will review several personnel appointments for city departments and a $10,000 Hub TIF facade grant application. The agenda also includes an ordinance to adopt a new handbook for city employees.

• $10,000 Hub TIF Facade Grant for Santa Maria Corporation
• Ordinance 3934 regarding a new city employee handbook
• Resolution 2023-21 for the Marion STAR Bond District
• Hiring of two patrol officers for the Police Department

General

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding mobile homes and subdivision platting. The meeting also includes decisions on personnel hires, property variances, and changes to police vehicle procurement.

• Cancel Ford Explorer purchase agreement with Morrow Brothers Ford
• Purchase 2023 Dodge Durango from Jim Hayes for $39,316
• Purchase 2023 Ford Explorer from Paducah Ford Lincoln for $38,495
• Police Pension Fund actuarial contribution of $1,339,320
• Fire Pension Fund actuarial contribution of $1,099,140

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for the fourth amendment to the Marion STAR Bond District. Additionally, the council may approve an ordinance for a professional services agreement and the purchase of a 2020 Ford Escape.

• Resolution 2023-19 regarding the fourth amendment to the Marion STAR Bond District
• Ordinance 3927: Professional Services Agreement with Jacob & Klein and the Economic Development Group
• Purchase of a 2020 Ford Escape from Marion Subaru for $21,604

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board will review a request for a 17.5' foot variance at 1903 Princeton Ave. The proposal involves building a pole barn for Orkin to use for vehicle storage.

• Variance request: 17.5' foot height at 1903 Princeton Ave. (Parcel # 06-14-233-008) for an Orkin pole barn

General

The Marion City Council will consider several redevelopment agreements and police department personnel changes. The council is also reviewing a resolution to direct $107,568 in ARPA funds toward homeless outreach services. Other items include street improvement bids and new employment recommendations.

• $107,568 in ARPA funds for Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless outreach
• Redevelopment agreements for 608 N Madison and 508 E Boulevard via TIF
• Low-bid approval for Halfway Road Storm Drain Improvements project
• Police Department promotions for Sergeant and Detective Sergeant ranks
• Hub TIF Commercial Facade Grant application for 312 W. Main Street

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $500,000 appropriation for the Sioux Drive Extension project. The meeting also includes discussions on hiring new police dispatchers, a deputy city clerk, and a kitchen manager.

• Appropriation of $500,000 for the Sioux Drive Extension project
• Purchase of a 2023 Dodge Durango from Jim Hayes for $39,316
• Asphalt Maintenance, LLC invoice of $16,036.00 for downtown parking lot sealcoating
• REDCO 3rd Quarter payment of $21,250
• Petition to repeal city zoning authority for PIN 06-09-20-019

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will meet to discuss a petition to repeal and disclaim city zoning authority for a property outside city limits (PIN 06-09-20-019). The board will also consider approval of the September 14, 2023 minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Petition to repeal and disclaim city zoning authority for PIN 06-09-20-019, located outside city limits
• Approval of September 14, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider several items, including new stop signs, a loan for two trucks, two annexations, and a $980,186.28 insurance renewal. They will also discuss facade renovation grants and donate parcels for a roundabout project. The meeting includes consent agenda items for hiring staff and approving minutes.

• Ordinance 3919: four-way stop at Garfield and Reeves Streets
• Ordinance 3921: loan with First Southern Bank for two Dodge Ram 2500 trucks at 4.65% for 5 years
• Ordinance 3920: annexation for Chris and Ginger Blue (parcels 07-30-300-042/043)
• Ordinance 3922: annexation for K. Webb Properties and Market Street LLC (parcels 07-30-300-050/051)
• Resolution 2023-15/16: donate parcels to IDOT for Route 37/Wildcat Roundabout right-of-way

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding storm water detention and a new subdivision. The meeting also includes discussions on financing police vehicles and approving a watermain replacement project.

• Approve $31,491.39 invoice to White & Borgognoni Architects for Boyton Street Community Center Addition
• Approve Ordinance 3918 accepting the H and M Estates subdivision plat
• Approve Ordinance 3917 for a loan agreement with Farmers State Bank for police vehicles
• Approve $234,005 bid from Wiggs Excavating for Bentley Street Watermain Replacement
• Approve hiring Sonya Germann as part-time Swim Instructor and Lead Lifeguard at Hub Recreation Center

City Council

The Marion City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Williamson County Board of Commissioners. The discussion will focus on the STAR Bond Project and sports fields.

• Discussion regarding the STAR Bond Project and Sports Fields

General

The City Council will vote on a special use permit for a bakery at 1003 Kimberly Ct. and consider purchasing two pickup trucks from Absher-Arnold Motors. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a new sports complex partnership with Williamson County.

• Special Use Permit for bakery business at 1003 Kimberly Ct.
• Purchase of two 3/4 ton pickup trucks from Absher-Arnold Motors for $47,211 each
• Funding framework for new sports complex with Williamson County Government
• Hiring of Lisa Crider as part-time Fitness Attendant at $13.00/hour
• Hiring of Jody Craig as a part-time Seasonal Laborer

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will consider a request from Jessica De Poincy for a special use permit at 1003 Kimberly Ct. The proposal involves baking and decorating specialty desserts in a new backyard shed.

• Special use permit request for dessert baking/decorating at 1003 Kimberly Ct

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 1st Project Plan for the Marion STAR Bond District. Following the hearing, the council will discuss and vote on Ordinance 3914 to approve this plan.

• Public hearing: 1st Project Plan to the Marion STAR Bond District
• Ordinance 3914: Approval of the 1st Project Plan to the Marion STAR Bond District

The council voted to adopt Ordinance 3914, which approves the 18‑acre Project Plan for the STAR Bond District. All five members present – Mayor Absher and Commissioners Patton, Barwick, Webb, and Stoecklin – voted yea. The ordinance authorizes the use of STAR bond financing for the development plan.

• Approved Ordinance 3914 approving the 18‑acre Project Plan to the STAR Bond District (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several personnel hires across city departments and the Treasurer's office. The agenda also includes discussions on terminating TIF I and authorizing a water main project under IL 148.

• Ordinance 3913: Terminating TIF I
• Resolution 2023-14: Water main construction under IL 148 at EMA Road and Flatts School Road
• Resolution 2023-13: Financial commitment for the 2023 Safe Routes to Schools Program
• Invoice 6252: $3,000 for September 2023 Consulting Services
• Hiring of Lance Roye as Treasurer

The City Council appointed Lance Roye as the new city Treasurer effective January 2, 2024. The council also approved a new software suite for Public Works and the Street Department and terminated TIF I.

• Approved hiring Lance Roye as Treasurer effective January 2, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3913 terminating TIF I (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-13 committing up to $60,000 for Safe Routes to Schools Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-14 for IDOT permit for 10” water main under IL 148 (5-0)
• Approved iWorg software suite for Public Works and Street Department at $17,448 annual cost (5-0)
• Approved engagement letter with Stifel for future bond underwriting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider a $1,170,335 bid for the Boyton Street Community Center addition and a zoning change at 1304 N Garfield St. The agenda also includes amendments to the Animal Control Ordinance and a parking lot lease with First United Methodist Church. Additionally, the council will review several personnel appointments and recreation center equipment purchases.

• $1,170,335 bid by H.E. Mitchell for Boyton Street Community Center addition
• Zoning change at 1304 N Garfield St from R-2 to C-1 for a coffee franchise
• Ordinance 3911 amending the Animal Control Ordinance
• Lease with First United Methodist Church for a parking lot at Liberty and Union Streets
• Hub Recreation Center equipment purchase up to $32,038.48

The City Council approved a low bid for the Boyton Street Community Center addition and a zoning change for a coffee franchise. They also authorized equipment and flooring purchases for the Hub Recreation Center and a parking lot lease with First United Methodist Church.

• Approved $1,170,335 low bid from H.E. Mitchell for Boyton Street Community Center addition (5-0)
• Affirmed zoning change at 1304 North Garfield Street from R-2 to C-1 for a coffee franchise (5-0)
• Approved spending up to $65,000 for a city parking lot lease with First United Methodist Church (5-0)
• Approved $32,038.48 for Hub Recreation Center equipment and $4,576.26 for flooring materials (5-0)
• Approved $675.00 contract with Mike Sherrill’s Flooring for Hub Recreation Center (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3911 to change chicken coop license expiration dates to August 31 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will meet on August 15, 2023. The agenda includes a request to rezone 1304 N Garfield St. from R-2 General Family Residential to C-1 General Commercial for a coffee franchise.

• Zoning change at 1304 N Garfield St. from R-2 to C-1

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider zoning changes for properties on Champions Drive and East Boyton Street. The council will also discuss new ordinances regarding weeds and vegetation, as well as bathroom upgrades at the Pavilion. The agenda also includes several personnel hires and invoice approvals.

• Zoning change at 1600 E. Boyton St. to C-1 General Commercial
• Variance request for a patio at 1517 Champions Dr.
• Ordinance 3909 regarding weeds, grass and vegetation
• $21,250 REDCO payment approval
• Bathroom sink and cabinetry replacement proposals for the Pavilion

The City Council approved over $72,000 in contracts for bathroom sinks and cabinetry at the Pavilion. Council also affirmed two zoning board decisions and updated the city's weed and vegetation ordinance. A public hearing for the STAR Bonds District project was scheduled for September 12.

• Approved $32,731 bid from Marion Plumbing, LLC for Pavilion sinks (4-0)
• Approved $39,870 bid from Ross Construction, Inc. for Pavilion cabinetry (4-0)
• Affirmed variance for yard intrusion and setback at 1517 Champions Drive (4-0)
• Affirmed zoning change from R-2 to C-1 at 1600 East Boyton Street (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3909 updating weed height requirement to eight inches (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3910 setting STAR Bonds District public hearing for Sept. 12 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)

City Council

The council will consider several large bids for the Sewer Rehabilitation Project, including a $3,999,667 contract and an IEPA loan agreement. Other items include street improvements on Main and Market Streets and the sale of Sugar Creek Lake property. The agenda also includes various personnel hires for the Hub Recreation Center and Street Department.

• Skuta Construction bid of $3,999,667 for sewer relining and rehabilitation
• IEPA Water Pollution Control loan agreement totaling $6,437,675.79
• IDOT Resolution 2023-12 providing $695,045 for Main Street and Market Street improvements
• Ordinance 3906 authorizing the sale of Sugar Creek Lake property for $2,000,900
• B.C. Contracting bid of $45,270 for North Liberty Street sewer main replacement

The Council approved a $6,437,675.79 IEPA loan for the Sewer Rehabilitation Project and awarded several related construction bids. Other actions included purchasing a police vehicle and establishing a commercial facade renovation grant program. Residents also expressed concerns regarding the closure of the local Boys and Girls Club.

• Approved $6,437,675.79 IEPA loan for Sewer Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Approved $3,999,667 bid from Skuta Construction for Sewer Relining and Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $1,032,426 bid from Wiggs Excavating for Sanitary Sewer Replacements (5-0)
• Approved $584,000 bid from Midwest Petroleum & Excavating for East WWTP Bar Screen Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $45,270 bid from B.C. Contracting for North Liberty Street sewer main replacement (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford Explorer for $41,300 minus $20,763 insurance claim (5-0)
• Approved $15,020.91 in additional funds to close out Residential TIF I Redevelopment Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3907 creating 2024 Hub TIF Commercial Facade Renovation Program (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will consider two new business items during its July 11 meeting. These include a rezoning request for office use and a variance regarding a patio setback.

• Rezoning of 1600 E. Boyton St. from R-2 Multi-Family Residential to C-1 General Commercial
• Variance request at 1517 Champions Dr. for yard intrusion and setback of a permanent patio
• Review of meeting minutes

City Council

The Marion City Council will discuss ordinances regarding animal control and property removal from Residential TIF II. The council also considers a $107,568 grant to SICH using ARPA funds. Other items include street department projects and various personnel hires.

• $107,568 grant to SICH for homeless outreach
• Engineering agreement with Horner & Shifrin for Halfway Road stormwater project
• Ordinance 3903 removing property from Residential TIF II
• $17,500 IEPA Division of Water Pollution Control Annual NPDES Fee
• Floorscapes bid for bathroom wall tile installation at the Pavilion

The City Council approved a two-year grant for the Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless and updated the animal control ordinance to allow chickens. The council also authorized a stormwater engineering agreement and several TIF-related property ordinances.

• Approved $107,568 two-year grant to Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3902 allowing up to 10 chickens per household with permit (5-0)
• Approved hiring Charles Diggins as School Security Officer (5-0)
• Approved Floorscapes bid for Pavilion bathroom wall tile installation (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Horner & Shifrin for Halfway Road stormwater project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3903 removing Commissioner Patton's property from Residential TIF II (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 3904 amending redevelopment agreement with John Beyers (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3905 amending CCS Real Estate, LLC agreement for $3M eligible costs (4-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The Marion City Council will discuss street paving, road jurisdictional transfers, and new residential TIF redevelopment agreements. The council also plans to review invoices for fire department training equipment and a $5,000 fireworks donation.

• Residential TIF redevelopment agreements for 912 E Main, Apple Tree Apartments, and 1106 W. Hendrickson Street
• $5,000 annual donation to the Marion Knights of Columbus for fireworks
• Paving bid for a new parking lot at College and VanBuren
• Ordinance 3896 regarding Wagon Creek Road and Creal Springs Road transfers
• Hiring Keelan Parrish as a Seasonal Laborer at $15.50/hour

The City Council approved three residential TIF redevelopment agreements and two paving contracts for a new parking lot and city alleys. The council also authorized borrowing funds for sewer rehabilitation and transferred road jurisdictions to Johnson County.

• Approved $22,221 bid from Penninger Asphalt Paving for parking lot at College and Van Buren Streets (3-0)
• Approved $45,054.90 bid from Illini Asphalt Corp. to oil and chip various alleys (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3896 for jurisdictional transfer of Wagon Creek Road and Creal Springs Road to Johnson County (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3897 to transfer right-of-way on Parker City Road to Johnson County (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3898 to borrow funds from Water Pollution Control Loan Program for sewer rehab (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3899 TIF I Redevelopment Agreement with John Beyers for 912 E. Main (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3900 TIF II Redevelopment Agreement with Evercole Estates, LLC for Apple Tree Apartments (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3901 TIF II Redevelopment Agreement with L & K McDowell Properties, LLC for 1106 W. Hendrickson Street (3-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will review a multi-million dollar street paving bid and several TIF redevelopment agreements. The agenda also includes zoning changes at 1302 W Cherry St. and various municipal hires.

• Zoning change for 1302 W Cherry St. from R-2 to C-1
• $2,247,998.00 low bid for the 2023 Street Overlay Program
• TIF redevelopment agreement amendment with CCS Real Estate Holdings, LLC
• Residential TIF I agreement with Yellow Door Builders, LLC
• Lease of two downtown lots to Fowler Company, LLC for public parking

The City Council approved a $2,247,998 bid for the 2023 Street Overlay Program and established a new Communications & Marketing Director position. The council also approved two TIF redevelopment agreements and a zoning change for a property on West Cherry Street.

• Approved $2,247,998 bid by Samron for 2023 Street Overlay Program (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3892 establishing Communications & Marketing Director position (5-0)
• Approved hiring Rachel Stroud as Communications & Marketing Director (5-0)
• Approved zoning change at 1302 West Cherry Street from R-2 to C-1 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3893 Meadowland Parkway TIF Redevelopment Agreement Amendment with CCS Real Estate Holdings, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3895 Residential TIF I Redevelopment Agreement with Yellow Door Builders, LLC (5-0)
• Approved hiring Eli Harlan and Josh Haynes as firefighters (5-0)
• Approved lease with Fowler Company, LLC for two downtown public parking lots (5-0)

City Council

The council will discuss several residential TIF I redevelopment agreements and a new multi-family rental grant program. The agenda also includes an engineering agreement for the Multi-Use Trail ITEP Project and camera system replacements.

• Residential TIF I Redevelopment Agreements for 1801 E Main, 307 E Boyton Street, 100 S. Gray Street, and 1300 S. Mechanic Street
• Creation of the Residential TIF I Multi-Family/Rental Redevelopment Grant Program
• Engineering agreement with Horner & Shifrin for the Multi-Use Trail ITEP Project
• Purchase of a used vehicle using Water Department funds
• Quotes from ProTek to replace camera systems at the Library and Marion Senior Citizens center

The City Council approved four Residential TIF I Redevelopment Agreements and created a new Multi-Family/Rental Redevelopment Grant Program. The Council also approved adding territory to the Williamson County Enterprise Zone for a new hotel. Public comments were heard regarding library material policies, though no council action was taken on the matter.

• Approved Ordinance 3886 adding territory to the Williamson County Enterprise Zone (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3887 TIF agreement with Castellano Properties, LLC for 1801 East Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3888 TIF agreement with Brynnlayne Properties, LLC for 307 East Boyton Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3889 TIF agreement with CDR Rentals, LLC for 100 South Gray Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3890 TIF agreement with Josephine Miller for 1300 South Mechanic Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3891 creating the Residential TIF I Multi-Family/Rental Redevelopment Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved Residential TIF I Multi-Family/Rental and Residential Redevelopment Grant applications (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a used SUV for Emergency Management Department for approximately $18,000 (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will review previous meeting minutes and conduct training for new members regarding zoning regulations. No other specific land use or rezoning items are listed on this agenda.

• Training for new board members on zoning regulations
• Review of meeting minutes

City Council

The Marion City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including street resurfacing and water main replacement on the Square. The council is also reviewing residential redevelopment agreements under the Residential TIF I program. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions regarding police vehicle funding and tax ordinance amendments.

• Engineering agreement with Horner & Shifrin for annual street resurfacing
• Police Department vehicle purchase of $39,186.26 from the Drug Fund
• Residential TIF I redevelopment agreements for 700 N. Harper and 1014 S. Buchanan
• Amendments to City Code regarding Hotel Operator and Bed and Breakfast/Vacation Rental taxes
• Bid for water main replacement on the Square

The City Council approved several infrastructure and equipment purchases, including a street resurfacing agreement and a new tractor for biosolids application. The council also authorized repairs to the police department's HVAC system and updated hotel tax ordinances. Residential TIF rehab grants and redevelopment agreements were also approved.

• Approved $75,000 engineering agreement with Horner & Shifrin for street resurfacing (4-0)
• Approved $119,200 low bid from M & S Implement Company, Inc. for a New Holland tractor (4-0)
• Approved $39,186.26 vehicle purchase for Police Department from Drug Fund (4-0)
• Approved $79,950 for replacement of two VRF modules for Police Department HVAC via HSG Mechanical (4-0)
• Approved Residential TIF I Residential Rehab Grants (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3883 TIF I Redevelopment Agreement with Mr. JECC, LLC for 700 North Harper (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3884 TIF I Redevelopment Agreement with Yellow Door Builders, LLC for 1014 South Buchanan (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3882 amending City Code relating to Hotel Operators’ Occupation Tax (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to certify April 2023 election results and administer oaths of office to the Mayor and Commissioners. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the FY24 budget, street overlay funding, and an annexation petition.

• Adoption of the FY24 budget and salary adjustments
• Certification of April 4, 2023, election results
• Approval of a street overlay program using MFT funds
• Purchase of a Freightliner truck with a dump bed and snow plow
• Annexation petition for parcels 07-09-400-060 and 07-09-400-063

The City Council adopted the FY24 budget and revised the FY23 budget. The council also approved the purchase of a new Freightliner truck and snowplow and denied an off-premises sign permit appeal. Requests for animal control exemptions regarding chickens and exotic birds were tabled for further study.

• Adopted FY24 budget and associated salary adjustments (5-0)
• Approved $159,534 purchase of Freightliner truck, dump bed, and snowplow (5-0)
• Denied appeal for an Off-Premises Sign Permit (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3881 annexing parcels 07-09-400-060 and 07-09-400-063 (5-0)
• Approved five Residential TIF I exterior home improvement grant applications (5-0)
• Approved $26,837.85 change order for asbestos removal at City Hall (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-09 pledging $675,000 MFT funds for street overlay (5-0)
• Tabled animal control exemptions for chickens and exotic birds

City Council

The council will consider several residential TIF redevelopment ordinances for various properties. Members will also discuss a proposal regarding the sale of the current City Hall building. The agenda includes staff hiring at the Hub Recreation Center and board appointments.

• Residential TIF redevelopment ordinances (3870-3874)
• Proposal for the sale of the current City Hall building
• $18,243.40 invoice from Zenner USA, Inc. for Water Department services
• Economic incentive agreement with Bake Shop, LLC
• Appointment of new members to the Zoning Board

The Council approved the sale of the current City Hall building to developers for a brewery, restaurant, and banquet facility. Several Residential TIF redevelopment agreements and an economic incentive for a bakery were also approved. The city authorized the purchase of a property at 1315 Van Buren Street for future demolition.

• Approved sale of 1102 Tower Square (City Hall) to Chris and Chelsey Harris and Dave and Amy Fenley for $200,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3870: TIF agreement with Jackson & Schauf, LLC for 605 South Buchanan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3871: TIF agreement with Brynnlayne Properties, LLC for 408 South Van Buren (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3872: TIF agreement with Brynnlayne Properties, LLC for 501 South Liberty (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3873: TIF agreement with Easy Coin Laundry, LLC for 1223 South Court Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3874: TIF agreement with Brynnlayne Properties, LLC for apartments at Old Creal Springs Road and East Boyton Street (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1315 Van Buren Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3875: $40,000 equipment loan incentive agreement with Bake Shop, LLC (5-0)

City Council

The council will discuss the purchase of 1101 Midway Court and 1317 W Concord. They will also review an agreement with Marion Unit 2 School District regarding South Market Sewer Extension cost-sharing. Other items include several personnel hires and a $15,000 donation to the Williamson County Historical Society.

• $15,000 annual donation to Williamson County Historical Society
• Purchase of 1101 Midway Court from Jeremy Maloney
• Purchase of 1317 W Concord from Christopher Pemberton
• Quotes for event lighting in The Pavilion Expo Hall
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion Unit 2 School District regarding South Market Sewer Extension cost-sharing

The City Council approved the purchase of two properties and a cost-sharing agreement with Marion Unit 2 School District for a sewer extension. The council also authorized funding for lighting upgrades at the Pavilion.

• Approved purchase of 1101 Midway Court from Jeremy Maloney (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1317 West Concord Street from Christopher Pemberton (5-0)
• Approved $3,245 bid from Electrical Specialists, Inc. for Pavilion lighting power (5-0)
• Approved $36,612 bid from Midwest Music Supply for Pavilion lighting system (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion Unit 2 School District for South Market Sewer Extension cost-sharing (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will discuss several police department hires and major equipment purchases, including cameras and vehicles. The agenda also includes a sewer main project along IL 13 and zoning code updates.

• Purchase of 7 Ford Interceptors for $336,000.00
• Purchase of Axon body-worn and in-car cameras for $917,510.40
• Purchase of 10 Axon taser X7's for $27,600
• Hiring of five new patrol officers
• IDOT Utility Permit for a 12" sewer main along IL 13

The City Council approved significant expenditures for police vehicles, cameras, and tasers, and hired five new patrol officers. Other actions included approving a TIF agreement for a new truck stop and authorizing a zoning code review.

• Approved purchase of 7 Ford Interceptor vehicles for $336,000 (4-0)
• Approved Axon body-worn and in-car cameras for $917,510.40 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 10 Axon taser X7s for $27,600 (4-0)
• Hired Matthew Keltner, Justin Goodman, Chelsea Jansco, Dillon Turk, and Rohan Cook as patrol officers (4-0)
• Approved TIF Redevelopment Agreement assignment to Meyer Oil Co. for a truck stop (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-08 for IDOT Utility Permit for sewer main under Route 13 (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 Financial Audit engagement with Atlas CPAs not to exceed $58,000 (4-0)
• Approved contract with Arndt Municipal Support to review Zoning Code (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider two residential TIF redevelopment agreements for properties on S. Calumet Street and S. Holland Street. The agenda also includes a $23,000 tractor purchase and an amendment to the water supply contract with Rend Lake Conservancy District.

• Residential TIF I Redevelopment Agreements for 608 S. Calumet St and 1301 S. Holland St
• $23,000 purchase of a new mowing tractor from Little Tractor & Equipment
• Amendment to the Water Supply Contract with Rend Lake Conservancy District
• Authorization to borrow funds from the Water Pollution Control Loan Program
• Approval of Midwest Pools quote for chlorination systems at the Hub

The City Council approved a loan from the Water Pollution Control Loan Program to address sewer system inflow infiltration. Other actions included approving two residential TIF agreements and a new mowing tractor purchase. The council also amended its water supply contract with Rend Lake.

• Approved Ordinance 3867 to borrow funds from the Water Pollution Control Loan Program for a $4.5 million project (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3865 Residential TIF I agreement for 608 South Calumet Street (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3866 Residential TIF I agreement for 1301 South Holland Street (4-0)
• Approved petition and Ordinance 3868 to vacate right-of-way in Stonecliffe Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved $23,000 low bid from Little Tractor & Equipment Company for a mowing tractor with trade-in (4-0)
• Approved amendment to the Water Supply Contract with Rend Lake Conservancy District (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council meeting includes a discussion regarding a real estate purchase. The council will consider buying property from Electrical Specialists, Inc. located at 401 W. Boyton Street.

• Proposed purchase of real estate at 401 W. Boyton Street from Electrical Specialists, Inc.

The City Council approved the purchase of real estate from Electrical Specialists, Inc. at 401 West Boyton Street. The property is intended for storage and additional parking for the Boyton Street Community Center.

• Approved purchase of real estate at 401 West Boyton Street from Electrical Specialists, Inc. (5-0)

City Council

The Marion City Council will discuss the approval of a multi-family development known as Owl's Landing. The meeting also includes reviewing bids for the purchase of the current City Hall building and several TIF redevelopment agreements. Additionally, the council will consider engineering agreements for sewer extensions and vehicle purchases.

• Ordinance 3864: Multi-family development at Owl's Landing
• Bids for the purchase of the current City Hall building
• Engineering agreement with Horner Shifrin for South Market Sewer Extension Phase 2
• Ordinance 3860: Redevelopment agreement with Chestnut Rentals, LLC & John Beyers
• Purchase and loan agreement for a new Ford F-250 XL 4x4

The Council approved a planned unit development for 100 rental apartments known as Owl’s Landing, contingent on a traffic study. Other key actions included approving a new street department truck, updating city purchasing procedures, and establishing a residential home repair grant program.

• Approved Owl’s Landing 100-unit apartment PUD contingent on traffic study (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Horner Shifrin for South Market Sewer Extension Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved $13,296 low bid from Veseris for a new mosquito fogger (5-0)
• Approved $49,002 low bid from Jim Hayes Ford for a Ford F-250XL 4X4 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3862 for a loan with First Southern Bank to finance the new truck (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3861 updating purchasing procedures, raising Council approval threshold to $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3859 creating the FY2024 Residential TIF I grant program for home repairs (5-0)
• Rejected two proposals for City Hall redevelopment and reopened the RFP period until March 3, 2023 (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Marion Zoning Board will consider a proposal for a Planned Unit Development at Parcel# 07-31-300-029, Cochran Rd. The meeting also includes the review of minutes from January 18, 2022.

• PUD proposal for residential apartments at Parcel# 07-31-300-029, Cochran Rd.

City Council

The Marion City Council will review ordinances to rezone two properties for apartment construction. The agenda also includes several personnel hires and a contract amendment for the fire department.

• Zoning changes at 1801 E Main St and Parcel# 07-20-200-003 for apartments
• $21,250 payment to REDCO
• Amendment to Marion PFFA Local 2977 collective bargaining agreement
• Agreement with Illinois Telecommunicator Emergency Response Taskforce (IL-TERT)
• Promotion of Jasmine Coomes to Accounting Technician

The Council approved two ordinances to re-zone parcels on East Main Street to R-2 General Family Residential for an apartment project. Other actions included approving a fire department pay parity amendment and a mutual aid agreement for 9-1-1 dispatchers.

• Approved Ordinance 3856 to re-zone 1801 East Main Street from C-1 to R-2 for apartments (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3857 to re-zone parcel # 07-20-200-003 from R-A to R-2 for apartments (5-0)
• Approved amendment to collective bargaining agreement with Marion PFFA Local 2977 for pay parity (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Illinois Telecommunicator Emergency Response Taskforce (IL-TERT) (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Jasmine Coomes to Accounting Technician at $21.00 per hour (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 low bid from Ben’s Lawn Service and Trailer Sales for a water department trailer (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Zoning Board

The board will review the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting. Members will also consider requests to change zoning for two properties to allow for new apartments.

• Zoning change at 1801 E Main St. from C-1 to R-2 for apartments
• Zoning change at Parcel# 07-20-200-003 from R-A to R-2 for apartments

The Zoning Board denied two petitions to rezone properties to R-2 General Family Residential for a proposed apartment complex or subdivision. Both motions failed to pass with identical vote tallies. The board also approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022, meeting.

• Approved November 17, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 1801 E. Main St. (PIN 07-20-201-003) from C-1 General Commercial to R-2 General Family Residential (2-1-1)
• Denied rezoning of PIN 07-20-200-003 from R-A Rural Agriculture to R-2 General Family Residential (2-1-1)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a residential TIF II redevelopment agreement with Castellano Properties, LLC. The agenda also includes several tax abatement resolutions and a pump purchase for the Sewer Department.

• Ordinance 3854: Residential TIF II Redevelopment Agreement (2005 W. Main)
• Tax abatement resolutions for various General Obligation Bonds
• Purchase of a pump for the Sewer Department
• Resolution 2023-06 supporting a Community Development Block Grant

The City Council approved a Residential TIF II Redevelopment Agreement for 2005 West Main Street and a bid for a backup sewer pump. The council also adopted a resolution of support for a $637,000 Community Development Block Grant for low to moderate income housing.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3855 Residential TIF II Redevelopment Agreement with Castellano Properties, LLC at 2005 West Main Street (5-0)
• Approved $13,837.70 low bid from C and C Pumps & Supply for a Sewer Department backup pump (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-06 supporting a $637,000 Community Development Block Grant (5-0)
• Determined confidentiality still exists for Closed Session Minutes per 5 ILCS 120/2.06 (5-0)