News from the City of Marion

Common Sense Flushing ...
Posted: Friday, March 20, 2020 - 2:05pm

With the recent shortage of toilet paper, it has been brought to the attention of the City that many households are increasing their use of ‘flushable’ wipes, paper towels, etc. for sanitary cleaning purposes.  Flushing baby wipes - even those that are labeled flushable or biodegradable - and paper towels down the toilet can lead to sewer backups and in-home plumbing issues.  This can lead to blockages within the private sewer lateral, where the property owner is responsible for correcting the problem.  Additionally, they can cause issues within the city sewer mains and eventually at the city’s wastewater treatment plant.

While it might seem to make your daily life easier, putting the wrong thing down the toilet or drain can and does cause blockages, which take time and money to fix.

The wipes should be thrown in the trash.  They should not be flushed down the toilet.  This is the same with paper towels, etc.

Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

 

Updated City of Marion Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Posted: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 - 8:29am

As the situation with COVID-19 is ever evolving and new information is continually being provided through our local Emergency Management Agency, Marion Public Health, the Ohio Department of Health and the office of Governor DeWine, the following changes are being enacted by the Mayor for the City of Marion:

  • As of Wednesday, March 18, 2020, City Hall will only be open to the public from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Monday through Friday until further notice.  These hours are in effect for all departments in City Hall with the exception of Marion Municipal Court and Probation.  Contact the Marion Municipal Court Office at 740-387-2020 option 1 or Misdemeanor Probation at 740-387-2020 option 2 to obtain the hours of operation for either of these offices.
     
  • Income Tax Payments will be accepted at the Utility Billing Department window beginning on March 18, 2020.

Please note, if circumstances change and conditions are warranted, modifications will be made to the services provided by the City of Marion.If this occurs, information will be relayed to the media and shared on the City of Marion website.

 

Marion City Auditor's Response to Coronavirus for Auditor and Income Tax Offices
Posted: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 - 8:24am

Auditor Landon is announcing the Marion City Auditor's Office will be taking extra measures to protect our employees and the customers we serve. Effective March 17th, 2020, Auditor Landon is requesting all citizens to drop off their income tax documents inside the Utility Billing Dropbox inside the front doors of City Hall.

We are taking extra precautions in order to conform with state and federal guidelines in response to the corona virus (COVID-19). Auditor Landon is committed to providing the best and most efficient service possible to our constituents while maintaining the safety of customers and employees. Further, the Auditor's Office is encouraging the public to make income tax payments online.

As guidelines change from the state and federal government, we will continue to adapt and make the necessary changes to conform with recommended safety practices.

Click here to view Press Release.

 

City of Marion Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Posted: Friday, March 13, 2020 - 1:42pm

With the recent spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), and the now five (5) confirmed cases in Ohio, Mayor Schertzer and the Administration for the City of Marion, Ohio are working to proactively make decisions for the services it provides. 

Mayor Schertzer and his administrative staff have had several meetings over the last few days with representatives of other local and state agencies, including Marion Public Health and Marion County EMA, monitoring the virus, as well as the potential for its widespread transmission.   

The evolution of the COVID-19 information is ever evolving and new information is continually being provided from the Ohio Department of Health and the office of Governor DeWine.

As of March 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. there were no known cases of the virus in Marion. 

However, according the Ohio Department of Health, older Ohioans and people with severe chronic medical conditions are at risk for serious complications from the virus.

Mayor Schertzer is working to proactively ensure the health and safety of our citizens, as well as employees of the city. 

At this time, the following decisions have been made:

  • City buildings have had high-touch points disinfected with remaining areas set for disinfection in the coming days.  Disinfection will continue on an on-going basis following protocols that are in place.
  • Employees are being encouraged to hold face-to-face meetings on a limited basis through April 13, 2020.
  • Mayor Schertzer is recommending the cancellation of meetings for Boards and/or Commissions through April 13, 2020 that are under his appointment.
  • City employee travel to non-essential conferences and/or meetings outside the City of Marion will not be permitted through April 13, 2020.
  • The Marion Senior Center will be closed effective immediately until April 13, 2020.  The Senior Center Transportation, Homemaker services, and Lifecare Alliance Home Meal delivery will operate as normal until further notice.  The monthly Food Box distribution will continue as usual, but the pickup/distribution point will be located outdoors at the Senior Center.
  • At this time, Marion Area Transit will be open for normal business.  However, there may be a delay in service as buses are being proactively disinfected on a regular basis throughout the day.

Please note, if circumstances in Marion County change and conditions are warranted, changes will be made to the services provided by the City of Marion.  If this occurs, information will be relayed to the media and shared on the City of Marion website.

 

City Closures Announced for Presidents Day Holiday
Posted: Friday, February 14, 2020 - 7:45am

City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020 in observance of the President’s Day holiday.  Following is information regarding office and departmental schedules for the City of Marion for Monday, February 17, 2020:

  • All offices in Marion City Hall will be closed.
     
  • Sanitation and Streets Department Crews will work normal hours on Monday, February 17.  Sanitation and Recycling crews will collect garbage and recycling on this day; therefore, residents normally having refuse collected on Mondays are requested to have their collections at curbside by 7:00 a.m. 
  • The Marion Senior Center will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020; however, transportation will be available for dialysis patients on this day.  All other programs and activities will resume at the Senior Center on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.
  • Marion Area Transit will be observing normal hours of operation on Monday, February 17.

Essential services including fire, police, and airport will operate as usual. 

 

Departmental Closures in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Announced
Posted: Tuesday, January 14, 2020 - 9:04am

City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2020 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.  However, some City departments will operate on a regular or modified schedule for the day.  The following departments will operate as listed below:

  • Sanitation crews will collect garbage and recycling on Monday, January 20.  Customers who normally have refuse collected on Monday are requested to have their collections at curbside by 7:00 a.m. 
  • Marion Area Transit will be open for normal hours of operation on Monday, January 20.
  • The Marion Senior Center will open on Monday, January 20.

Essential services including fire and police will operate as usual.

 

Year End Holiday Closures Announced
Posted: Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - 11:48am

The following closures and modifications in operational schedules for City Offices are being announced for Christmas and New Year’s holiday weeks:  

  • Many departments will be utilizing vacation time on Tuesday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 31; therefore, residents are highly encouraged to call ahead to ensure the office relevant to their needs will be open.  All offices in City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday and Wednesday, January 1 in observance of the New Year’s holiday. 
     
  • Sanitation collection will not take place on Wednesday, December 25 or Wednesday, January 1.  Residents with Wednesday sanitation service are asked to have their refuse at curbside by 7:00 am on Thursday, December 26 and Thursday, January 2.  Crews will handle both Wednesday and Thursday’s trash collection on each Thursday.  Sanitation crews will also begin collecting live Christmas trees on Thursday, December 26 and continue tree collection through the month of January.  Live Christmas trees should be placed at curbside on the resident’s trash collection day.  All lights and decorations must be removed from the tree and the tree should NOT be wrapped in plastic.
     
  • Marion Area Transit buses will operate on a shortened schedule on December 24.  On Tuesday, December 24, the last pick-up will occur at 1:00 pm, with the last drop off taking place at 1:30 pm.  Marion Area Transit will be closed on Wednesday, December 25.  Transit services will also be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
     
  • The Marion Senior Center will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, Wednesday, December 25, Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1.  Transportation will be available for dialysis patients only on these days.  All other programs, activities and transporation will not be available through the Senior Center on the above noted dates.

Necessary services including police and fire will operate as usual.

 

Thanksgiving Closures Announced
Posted: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 - 3:26pm

Mayor Scott Schertzer is announcing that all City departments will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2019 for the Thanksgiving holiday.  Offices in City Hall will also be closed on Friday, November 29, 2019.

PLEASE NOTE:  As a result of City Hall offices being closed on Thursday and Friday, many of the offices in City Hall will be observing their weekly early closure day on Wednesday, November 27, with notable early closures being the Municipal Court and Utility Billing offices closing at 2:00 p.m.

The Sanitation and Streets Department will not collect trash, recycling, yard waste or leaves on Thursday, November 28, 2019.  Services by these crews will resume on Friday, November 29.  The Sanitation Department will collect refuse for both Thursday and Friday; therefore, residents who normally have Thursday sanitation and recycling service are asked to have their refuse at curbside by 7:00 a.m. on Friday.  Yard waste and leaf collection will also resume on Friday.

Marion Area Transit will be closed and have no bus service available on Thursday, November 28 or Friday, November 29.  Normal bus service will resume on Monday, December 2, 2019.

Marion Senior Center will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29.  Transportation will be available for dialysis patients on Friday, November 29.  All other programs and activities will resume at the Senior Center on Monday, December 2, 2019.  

Necessary services including fire, police, and airport will operate as usual.

 

Reminder of Final Week for 2019 Curbside Yard Waste Program
Posted: Friday, November 15, 2019 - 9:39am

The City of Marion is reminding residents that the last week for its 2019 curbside yard waste collection will take place during the week of December 2-6, 2019.   The week of December 2-6 will also be the last scheduled week for leaf pick-up, as well.

Yard waste collection service is curtailed during the winter months to allow employees to fulfill other duties during these months.  Residents may continue to take yard waste materials, free of charge, to Outdoor Resource Supply (formerly Park Enterprise), located at 560 Barks Rd. W.  Requirements for yard waste drop off are:

  1. Must stop at office or other designated location (verification of City residency may be required - i.e. license, utility bill, etc.)
  2. Items being dropped off must be weighed by Park Enterprise employee before materials are discarded.
  3. Residents using plastic bags are required to remove waste from bags and then discard of plastic bags properly.  Biodegradable paper bags are available at most local retail stores.

Call Outdoor Resource Supply at 740-223-7275 for additional information on acceptance program or for hours of operation. 

 

City Hall Offices to Observe Veterans Day
Posted: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 - 9:16am

In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, departments in City Hall will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2019; however, some City departments will operate on a regular or modified schedule for the day.  The following departments will operate as listed below:

  • Sanitation crews will collect garbage, recycling and yard waste on November 11.  It is requested that customers with Monday sanitation service have their collections at curbside by 7:00 am
     
  • The Marion Senior Center will be open normal operating hours on November 11.  The Senior Center will honor and provide a complimentary lunch for all local Veterans on Monday, November 11.  The luncheon will be hosted at the Marion Senior Center (2375 Harding Highway E.) and is scheduled to begin at 11:30 am.  In addition to the complimentary lunch, a pinning ceremony and musical tribute to the military will be held.  The public is welcome, with non-veterans being able to purchase lunch tickets for $3 at the door.  Contact the Center at (740) 387-6100 for more information or to RSVP.
     
  • Marion Area Transit will observe normal hours of operation on November 11.

Essential services including fire, police, and airport will operate as usual. 

City residents are also reminded that yard waste and fall leaf pick-up will continue through Friday, December 6, 2019.  The options available for disposal of leaves are as follows:

1)  Leaves may be raked to the tree lawn area to be vacuumed (Residents are reminded to not rake leaves into the street or parking lane);

2)  Leaves may be placed in biodegradable paper bags (limit 3 per week) for City sanitation workers to pick up; or

3)  Leaves may be taken to the free drop off location at 560 Barks Rd. W. in biodegradable paper-bags.  Proof of City residency may be required.

 

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