City Council - Audio/Presentation - 5.19.26

The City Council of Marion, Iowa, held a work session on May 19, 2026, which included several procurement-related presentations and discussions. The council reviewed a professional services agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services for employee benefits brokerage, following an RFP process that evaluated four finalists. Gallagher was recommended for their public sector experience and proactive approach, including enhanced employee communication and data reporting tools. Additionally, the council received an update on the stormwater master plan project prioritization and capital improvements program, outlining a $53 million plan for existing stormwater infrastructure projects and a $40 million plan for future growth projects. The discussion included project prioritization, funding strategies via the stormwater utility, and potential developer participation. Other agenda items included a police department annual report highlighting grant awards and staffing studies, and an aquatic center update discussing potential pool scales and associated costs ranging from $11 million to $19.5 million. The meeting concluded with a closed session on personnel matters.