Marion public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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