Marion City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting
The council received an update on Pee Dee Coalition community events and domestic violence awareness efforts. Several ordinances were addressed, including those prohibiting liquor stores in certain zones, amending sanitation rates, and adjusting election schedules. Approval was granted for the East Marion Outfall Restoration bid and budget adjustments for police department server upgrades and a recreation department lease renewal. A proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month was approved, as well as a Main Street Flag Display Policy. An executive session was held to discuss personnel and legal matters, resulting in an approved budget amendment for increased building and maintenance personnel costs.
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Marion City Council Public Hearing/Regular Meeting
The council recognized the Employee of the Month and celebrated local championship softball achievements. The independent city auditor provided a report for the previous fiscal year, noting a clean unmodified opinion alongside minor operational findings. Additional business included a proclamation for National Health Center Week, the approval of an increase for retiree health reimbursement arrangements, and authorization for the purchase of a drone kit for the fire department. The council also conducted the first reading of an ordinance to prohibit liquor stores within the core commercial zoning district and reviewed updates on various infrastructure projects and the city's comprehensive plan. Following an executive session, the council approved a budget amendment for parking lot improvements and a lease agreement for parking space.
May 19, 2026·Board meeting
Marion City Council Budget Workshop
The City Council held a budget workshop to review proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budgets. Discussions covered the Hospitality Tax Budget, including safety equipment, LED lighting upgrades, and Opera House window replacements. The Stormwater Budget was reviewed, focusing on maintenance and operational costs. The General Fund Budget discussion included proposed tax and fee increases to balance the budget, covering staff raises, fuel surcharges, utility cost hikes, new fire truck payments, police department software upgrades, and employee Christmas bonuses. The council also scheduled a public hearing for the upcoming budget ordinances.
