Financial State of the City
Balanced Budgets
- Revenues derived from a strong sales tax base, no property tax levy
- Controlling costs while delivering exceptional service in all departments
- Budgets are managed to a surplus, ensuring long-term financial stability
Savings
- $11M+ Budget Stabilization Fund (Rainy Day Fund); largest in the City’s history
- The City saves for capital improvements when possible, rather than always relying on borrowing.
- Leverage state and federal grants when possible
Investment
- Investing in our neighborhoods through targeted grant programs using TIF to help residents make improvements
- Investing in our Downtown to draw new business, commerce, and families to Marion
- Making significant investments in improving our infrastructure, not deferring for future generations
Financial Reports and Forms
- Total Compensation Posting FYE 25
- Total Compensation Posting FYE 24
- Total Compensation Posting FYE 23
- Total Compensation Posting FYE 22
IMRF EMPLOYER COST AND PARTICIPATION INFORMATION
In addition to the above required posting, the Illinois Pension Code requires an IMRF employer to provide a link this PAGE.
Below are forms that may be required to do business with the city or for other various reasons.
Treasurer
618.993.8575 | 350 Tower Square Plaza Marion Illinois 62959 | treasurer@cityofmarionil.gov