For the Good of the Order
Community Development Director Tom Treharne to Depart for Private SectorTom Treharne, longtime community development director for the City of Marion, is stepping down in early December to pursue a new opportunity in the private sector. During his 21 years with the City, Tom led the long-term planning efforts.
One of his greatest accomplishments was his role in developing the 2010 Central Corridor Plan and reimagining the former railroad right-of-way through the community. In recent years, he was able to see many of the planning efforts come to fruition with the completion of the 6th Avenue corridor and the 7th Avenue Reconstruction and Streetscape Project. Projects like the Neighborhood at Indian Creek, Tower Terrace Road, the Uptown Master Plan and the Central Plaza all happened or are happening under his oversight.
Throughout his career, Tom kept the community at the forefront and was an active partner and supporter of the Marion Chamber of Commerce, Marion Economic Development Corporation and Uptown Marion District. Tom’s energy and collaborative spirit will be missed. We wish him all the best!
Marion to Host Iowa Certified Construction Site Pollution Prevention Inspector TrainingThe Iowa Department of Natural Resources requires that most construction sites in Marion and the Cedar Rapids metropolitan area have qualified personnel who ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act. Qualified personnel can be home builders, developers, contractors, realtors, and others who are certified and responsible for stormwater pollution prevention on construction sites.
The City of Marion is hosting an Iowa Certified Construction Site Pollution Prevention Inspector (ICCSPPI) training session at the Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center on Dec. 8, 2022. Those that are certified are recognized statewide for their credentials to conduct pollution prevention inspections at construction sites.
The training is from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and includes a written exam at the end. For those already ICCSPPI certified, this course also counts toward recertification. Learn more and find the link to register on the City website.
City Offices to Close in Observance of Thanksgiving
Marion City Hall and other City offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Police and fire and other critical City services will continue to be provided. Garbage, recycling and yard waste will not be collected on Thanksgiving Day and pick-up will be delayed by a day for both Thursday and Friday routes. Saturday will be the final day for curbside yard waste collection in 2022. Marion Public Library will close at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, and will remain closed on Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25. Regular hours resume on Saturday, Nov. 26. Utility payments will be accepted online or via the drop box located outside the Marion Water Department office, located at 3050 5th Avenue.
Small Business Saturday is This Saturday
Kick-off the holiday shopping season with Small Business Saturday! Uptown Marion Main Street and Marion Chamber of Commerce will host a shopping event on Saturday, Nov. 26, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Participants will receive a free #ShopSmall gift, while supplies last, and be entered to win a $100 Uptown Dollars gift certificate! Start your day by stopping at the Marion Welcome Center, 1070 7th Ave, to grab a list of participating stores.
Christmas in the Park is Happening on December 2
Marion will shine brighter this holiday season when the new community Peace Tree is lit during Christmas in the Park and the Peppermint Walk on Friday, Dec. 2 from 4-8 p.m. in City Square Park. Attendees will marvel at the 30-foot LED panel tree during a special tree-lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. The event, which is celebrating 30 years, will welcome the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus at 4 p.m., escorted by the Marion Fire and Police Departments. Visits with Santa will follow, and children are encouraged to bring their letters to place in Santa’s mailbox. The Peppermint Walk, a holiday shopping event, will feature a variety of Uptown Marion businesses decked out for the holidays. Find the full schedule of events at www.marioncc.org.
New Faces in New Places
We want to welcome Ryan Burkhart to Team Marion! Ryan will be joining us on Monday, Nov. 28 starting as a police officer with our Marion Police Department. His previous role was a corrections officer. Congrats, Ryan! We’re excited for you to join the team!
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Upcoming Events
- Thursday, Nov. 24 – Thanksgiving, Most City Offices Closed
- Friday, Nov. 25 – Day After Thanksgiving, Most City Offices Closed
- Saturday, Nov. 26 - Small Business Saturday – 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Throughout Marion
Future Project Updates
Here’s a look at the tentative agenda containing a list of several items that will be coming before the City Council in the weeks ahead.
On the Docket
The following are a few of the major activities on my calendar for the coming week:
- Internal meetings
- Meeting with Heather Morris
- Wake Up Marion
- Meeting with Mayor AbouAssaly, Cedar Rapids Mayor O’Donnell and Cedar Rapids City Manager Jeff Pomeranz
- Lunch with Mooney-Engle Land Co.
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