The Marion City Council meeting on June 19, 2025, focused on two significant items: the discontinuance of the Public Works Board and the sale of portions of a vacated alley.

The first item discussed was the public hearing regarding the discontinuance of the Public Works Board. City Attorney Carol explained that the decision to dissolve the board was made after careful consideration and a unanimous vote of 4-0 during their May meeting. The board concluded that its responsibilities were now being effectively managed by city staff, supported by established standard operating procedures. During the public hearing, Joe Spinks, a former board member, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve and acknowledged the board's contributions, particularly in implementing a new refuge system. The council then moved to approve Ordinance Number 25-21, which repeals various sections of the Marion Code of Ordinances related to the Public Works Board. The motion passed without opposition.

The second item involved a public hearing on the sale of portions of the vacated West East Alley between Ninth and Tenth Streets and between Fourth and Fifth Avenues. Following the alley's vacation on May 22, it was designated as real property available for sale to adjacent property owners. The city reached out to these owners, receiving interest from those on the northern half of the alley, while the southern half did not respond. The council proposed selling a 10 by 70-foot section of the alley to Baron Rentals LLC for just over $1,200, along with adjacent portions to property owners Mark and Laura Steffek. After no public comments were received, the council approved Resolution Number 32437 for the sale to Baron Rentals and Resolution Number 32438 for the sale to the Steffeks.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the city's efforts to streamline operations and manage property effectively, reflecting a proactive approach to governance in Marion.