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Marion’s City Council approved a new employee health insurance participation agreement for Jan. 1, 2026, adopted tighter special events rules for city property, and closed a loophole in the public alcohol consumption ordinance.
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The Council voted to move city employees into a new health insurance arrangement through the Hope Trust starting January 1, 2026. Leaders said the change is intended to offer more plan choices and reduce prescription costs. The Council also created a formal permit process for special events, with no permit fee, so the city can better plan for safety, staffing, and other needs when events are held on public property. In addition, it changed the alcohol ordinance so public drinking is generally prohibited on sidewalks and other public property unless a special permit allows it on the Square. The Council also approved a final settlement that resolves long-standing liens tied to city property. Street work and several upcoming community events were also reported during the meeting.
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