City Council Meeting Video April 13, 2026

The City Council of Marion, Illinois, held a meeting on April 13, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved the renewal of the city's electric supply contract with Direct Energy for a 48-month term at a fixed rate of 9.684 cents per kilowatt hour, closely matching the current rate. They also approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford F-150 XL for the water department from Jim Hayes Incorporated for $41,334, a budgeted item, and authorized a loan with First Southern Bank not to exceed the same amount for the street department's vehicle purchase. Additionally, the council approved engineering agreements with Horner Shiffron for infrastructure improvements along Midway Court ($686,985 estimated construction cost) and various stormwater improvements downtown. A residential redevelopment agreement with TNR Prime Properties LLC was also approved. The meeting included discussions on budget availability for FY27 and the city's designation as a Tree City USA, reflecting community environmental efforts. No votes indicated objections, and motions passed unanimously or with noted abstentions.