As Marion City Council contemplates the annexation of a portion of National Lime and Stone to allow them to expand their quarry operations, the residents of a bordering neighborhood are not happy about the plan. Citing concerns over home damage, excessive noise, and issues with wells, several residents spoke out during the City Council’s Zoning […]
Agencies Benefit from Marion Connections Incentive Award
October 17, 2012 by
The Marion County Commissioner issued a proclamation at their Tuesday meeting honoring Marion Connections/Opportunity Marion for winning an incentive award from the State of Ohio. The award of $34,000 will be shared with Marion Goodwill, Marion Red Cross, and the USO of Central and Southern Ohio. In announcing the award, the Ohio Department of Job […]
Campaign Hopes to Pass City Income Tax Increase
September 11, 2012 by
Officials, volunteers, and some City employees gathered at the closed City of Marion fire station on Bellefontaine Avenue Monday afternoon to launch an effort to pass an increase to the City’s income tax rate. The overriding theme – the extra funds are critically needed to ensure and increase safety for area residents. Marion City Council […]
Commissioners Renew Transportation Contract, Accept JFS Funds
June 29, 2012 by
The Marion County Commissioners on Thursday accepted excess funds from Wood County Department of Job and Family Services, renewed a contract for transportation services with two local companies, and heard a reminder about dog licensing.
Discussion Brief on City Income Tax Proposals
June 26, 2012 by
Marion City Council held the first reading of two income tax proposals at their meeting on Monday, June 25. While the topic of tax increases historically results in long meetings with lots of objections, the discussion Monday was brief and not everyone was against the idea of an increase.
Free Event Gives Hands-On Look at Fun, Importance of Amateur Radio
June 22, 2012 by
The Marion Amateur Radio Club is holding their annual Field Day this weekend. From 2:00 pm Saturday to 2:00 pm Sunday, local “hams” will be at Sawyer-Ludwig Park providing demonstrations and the chance to try out this hobby which also serves as a vital source for emergency communications.
Commissioners Report for June 21
June 22, 2012 by
At their regular meeting on Thursday, June 21, the Marion County Commissioners approved the employment of Shirley Harper as a full-time case manager at Marion County Job and Family Services. She will fill a vacancy in the Income Maintenance Unit.
Council Starts Exploring Income Tax Increase Proposal
June 20, 2012 by
Marion City Council Tuesday evening started exploring a proposal to ask voters to increase the City’s income tax. The proposal calls for an increase of .25 percent, making the total rate 2 percent, which would be earmarked for specific departments, including police and fire. It would be the first income tax increase since 1988.
Council Denies Bringing Back Officers, Will Discuss Tax Increase
May 23, 2012 by
The Finance Committee of Marion City Council met Tuesday and once again denied a request to bring back police officers. The committee said they will begin discussions on asking City residents to approve a tax to pay for safety forces, either through an income tax increase or a property tax.
New Aquatic Center to Open Later than Planned
May 23, 2012 by
The City of Marion’s new aquatic center will be opening later than officials had hoped. The original plan was for the Lincoln Park Family Aquatic Center to open for Memorial Day Weekend, but an up and down construction season has put the completion a little behind.
