The Marion City Council at its Thursday meeting will hold a public hearing on a partnership announced two weeks ago, with Dubuque-based developer Gronen, and the Kilbourne Group, based in Fargo, North Dakota, to refine ideas and develop a project for the former Marion library property.
Government Notes: Cedar Rapids schools’ bond survey deadline is Wednesday
Also, Linn County supervisors elect new chair, vice chair ahead of resignation
The city of Marion needs a fifth hotel, according to market study results presented to the city council this week. The study recommends an 80- to 90-room hotel in Uptown Marion that caters to people who need to stay during the week and longer than a day or two.
Two developers will work with the city of Marion to refine and construct a project on the site of the former public library, which was demolished in 2023.
Also, tickets available for Marion’s State of the City address next month
Marion Police Chief Mike Kitsmiller announced Thursday that he plans to retire in April after serving for about five years.
The Uptown Marion restaurant and bar did make any announcements before its sudden closure.
Also, Iowa City and Johnson County formalize their joint law enforcement facility exploration
The City of Marion owns the airport's runway and a fixed-base operations building. The rest of the airport belongs to LuxAir Aviation, a private company.
Also, Cedar Rapids schools to host Pathways update meetings this week.
Lobbyists for cities and traffic camera companies said the companies’ work is more efficient than government and ultimately saves taxpayers
Also, Johnson County expands eligibility for its Childcare Assistance Incentive Program
More than 500 pounds of LEGOs were made available for children and adults to get creative. The event was sponsored by The Jack and the Longfellow Parent Group.
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