For those looking to grow their own garden this year, at least two Marion groups are offering space. The Marion Community Garden is holding their official opening day on Saturday and the Marion Family YMCA has already kicked off their first ever community garden. The gardens in the area do not stop with these two organizations as more and more people are coming together to create their own gardens.
Officials Urge Caution Before Re-Hiring Police Officers
May 8, 2012 by
While one Marion City Council member pushed Monday to re-hire two police officers, the mayor and other council members urged a wait-and-see strategy before spending any potential increase in tax revenues. No other member of Council or the administration supported re-hiring the officers, or anyone else, at this time.
Larger Rabbit, Poultry Barn to Greet Fairgoers
May 8, 2012 by
A barn on the Marion County Fairgrounds is growing and, for the first time in years, will house all of the rabbit and poultry entries for this year’s fair. The Senior Fair Board, who is leading the project, says construction started last week and volunteers are continuing to raise funds.
Council Approves Two Changes to City Income Taxes
April 24, 2012 by
After a lot of discussion and passionate input from residents on both sides of the debate, Marion City Council voted Monday, April 23, to approve universal, or mandated, income tax filing and a reduction of the income tax credit for residents who work in municipalities with higher tax rates.
Commissioners Look at CDBG Project Proposals
April 23, 2012 by
The Marion County Commissioners last week got their first look at the projects proposed for funding through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) monies. The proposals include projects in the villages of LaRue, Morral, Prospect, and Green Camp, as well as Marion Township.
City Council Holds Brief Committee Meetings
April 18, 2012 by
Marion City Council held three committee meetings Tuesday evening to discuss three topics; a budget review, sewer improvement contract, and combining the positions of Safety Director and Service Director.
Marine Raises Thousands with 10-mile Run
April 17, 2012 by
A local marine on leave before being deployed to Afghanistan said he isn’t special following his 10-mile run on Friday to raise money for Boys & Girls Club (BGC) of Marion County. Others who spoke at a brief ceremony disagreed with his assertion and expressed pride for his unselfishness.
City Council Debates Possible Impact of Reducing Tax Credit
April 10, 2012 by
Marion City Council members disagree on the possible impact of reducing a tax credit for those people who live within the City of Marion, but work in other cities. Some members believe there will be few people that choose to move out of the City, while some feel many people will move, which will result in a spirally downturn for the community.
City Council Approves Leasing Portion of Park for Farming
March 27, 2012 by
The City of Marion is seeking bids to farm land located within a city park. Marion City Parks Superintendent Mike Cheney asked the Airport, Lands, and Buildings Committee to allow him to advertise for bids and enter into a contract to lease about 26 acres of Sawyer-Ludwig Park for farming. The section to be leased is in the south and southwest section of the park.
County Revenue’s Outpacing Expenses
August 11, 2010 by
The latest figures show that Marion County is bringing in more money than it is spending. While these numbers can and do change daily, the Marion County Commissioners Tuesday expressed cautious hope that 2010 will continue on this course and end with a surplus in the General Fund.
