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#09-20 July 22, 2020	City Council Adopts 3 Ordinances Concerning Public Health & Safety   Marceline, MO - During the regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 21, the Marceline City Council adopted three ordinances that are important to the safety and well being of residents of the City.  Highlights of the ordinances are as follows:     more>
#08-20 June 29, 2020	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Independence Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 3, 2020.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes over the holiday weekend:  more>
#07-20 June 8, 2020	Councilman Gary Carlson sworn in, Buck reelected Mayor   Marceline, MO - At the Special City Council Meeting on June 8, 2020, one of the Council’s first actions was to formally recognize the public service of outgoing Councilwoman Elizabeth (Liz) Cupp.  Councilman Cupp served on the Council from April 2017 through June 2020.     more>
#06-20 May 18, 2020	2020 General Election: Council Election – 1 Seat, 3 Candidates   Marceline, MO - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council closed at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 21, 2020. The General Election for the City of Marceline will now be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. This year, one (1) Councilmember will be elected at large to serve a three (3) year term. Currently, that seat is held by Councilwoman Liz Cupp. The candidates vying for the open seats include candidates Shawn Cowell, Gary Carlson and John Carver. Once a candidate is elected to the open Council seat, that person will be sworn in on the Monday following the election, June 8, 2020.  more>
#05-20 April 17, 2020	IDA announces the 2020 Business Grant Program Awardees   Marceline, MO - The Industrial Development Authority (IDA) of the City of Marceline, Missouri announced today they had a great response to their 2020 Business Grant program. The program application opened on February 3, 2020 and the application period ended on April 10.    more>
#04-20 March 2, 2020	Annual change from chloramines to chlorine   Marceline, MO - On Monday March 16, 2020, the City of Marceline in conjunction with the City of Brookfield and Public Water Supply District Number 3 will be making its ANNUAL CHANGE FROM CHLORAMINES TO CHLORINE.  more>
#03-20 February 10, 2020	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Presidents Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Presidents Day on Monday, February 17, 2020 .  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:    more>
#02-20 January 29, 2020	2020 General Election: Council Election – 1 Seat, 3 Candidates   Marceline, MO - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council closed at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.  The General Election for the City of Marceline will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2020.  This year, one (1) Councilmember will be elected at large to serve a three (3) year term.  Currently, that seat is held by Councilwoman Liz Cupp.  The candidates vying for the open seats include candidates Shawn Cowell, Gary Carlson and John Carver.  Once a candidate is elected to the open Council seat, that person will be sworn in on the Monday following the election, April 13, 2020.  more>
#01-20 January 2, 2020	Marceline IDA 2020 Business Improvement Grant Program   Marceline, MO - The Industrial Development Authority of the City of Marceline, Missouri announced today they would be providing a 50/50 matching grant program to Marceline businesses to make improvements again this year. Darrell Gardner Executive Director of the IDA announced the grant would be eligible to all commercial businesses in Marceline and all commercial building owners.    more>
#19-19 December 18, 2019	Christmas and New Year Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Christmas and New Year Holidays.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#18-19 December 16, 2019	Candidate Filing Open for Marceline City Council   Marceline, MO - It's that time of year again - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council.  The General Election will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2020.  One (1) Councilperson will be elected at large to serve a three (3) year term.  Currently, the seat is held by Councilwoman Elizabeth (Liz) Cupp.    more>
#17-19 November 22, 2019	Thanksgiving Holiday Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - The Marceline City Government will be closed for normal business in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday & Friday, November 28-29   The following are reference dates for the Holiday that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#16-19 November 7, 2019	Veterans Day Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - The Marceline City Government and will be closed for normal business on Monday, November 11th in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday.   The following are reference dates for Monday that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:    more>
#15-19 August 27, 2019	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Labor Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2019.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#14-19 August 5, 2019	Marceline Curbside Recycling Program Reminders   Marceline, MO - Since 2016, the Marceline Curbside Recycling Program, as provided by Advanced Disposal, has been a success, with 61.93 tons of recyclable material being processed to date.  However, it is noted that many residents are using their recycling bins as their secondary (overflow) solid waste containers.  This causes contamination of the recyclable materials collected from other residents, and cannot be sorted and processed – resulting in those items being processed in the same manner as regular garbage.    more>
#13-19 July 31, 2019	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Memorial Day   Marceline, MO - The Industrial Development Authority (IDA) of Marceline, Missouri announced today they have completed a real estate transaction for property located at 726 E. Gracia Avenue, formerly known as Herff Jones. Following the IDA's acquisition of the building and grounds, the property was sold to Blake Cagle, owner of Cagle Machine for use as a future manufacturing facility.  more>
#12-19 June 26, 2019	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Independence Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2019.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:    more>
#11-19 May 23, 2019	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Memorial Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, 2019.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#10-19 April 19, 2019	IDA announces the 2019 Business Grant Program Awardees   Marceline, MO - The Industrial Development Authority (IDA) of the City of Marceline, Missouri announced today they had a great response to their 2019 Business Grant program. The program was kicked off on February 1, 2019 and the application period ended on April 13.    more>
#09-19 April 19, 2019	Chariton Valley Sponsors Marceline Wine & Art Stroll Entertainment   Marceline, MO - Chariton Valley has donated $1000 to the Downtown Marceline to sponsor the entertainment for the upcoming Wine & Art Stroll scheduled for September 7, 2019.  more>
#08-19 April 18, 2019	Seven-month investigation leads to charges for local couple   Marceline, MO - On April 7, 2019 charges were filed by Linn County Prosecuting Attorney Shiante McMahon for Christopher Warring, 43, and Lisa Warring, 35, of Marceline.  Both are charged with 1 count of Kidnapping, 1 count of Child Abduction, 4 counts of abuse or neglect of a child, 5 counts of endangering the welfare of a child, and 17 counts of animal abuse.    more>
#07-19 April 8, 2019	Meissen and Holt sworn in, Buck elected Mayor Council honors outgoing Councilwoman Natalie Wellman, selects Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem   Marceline, MO - At the Special City Council Meeting on April 8, 2019, one of the Council’s first actions was to formally recognize the public service of outgoing Councilwoman Natalie Wellman.  Councilman Wellman served on the Council from April 2016 through April 2019.  Outgoing Mayor Tyson Brammer was recognized for his services as Mayor for 2018-2019.  Brammer will continue his duties as Councilman until 2021.   more>
#06-19 April 5, 2019	Multi-Agency Search Warrant Leads to Arrest   Marceline, MO - On April 3, 2019, members of the Marceline Police Department, the NOMO Drug Task Force, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol served a search warrant at 823 North Kansas Marceline MO. Officers recovered items that field tested positive for opium and methamphetamine.    more>
#05-19 February 26, 2019	Downtown Marceline purchases the Historic Zurcher Building Purchase made possible through a $154,000 donation   Marceline, MO - Downtown Marceline is excited to announce that it has received a donation of $154,000 from Albert & Shirley Schmidt of Kaukauna, Wisconsin for the purchase the Historic Zurcher Building and the adjacent (Coca-Cola mural) building located on Main Street USA.   more>
#04-19 February 26, 2019	Annual change from chloramines to chlorine   Marceline, MO - On Monday March 4, 2019, the City of Marceline in conjunction with the City of Brookfield and Public Water Supply District Number 3 will be making its ANNUAL CHANGE FROM CHLORAMINES TO CHLORINE.    more>
#03-19 February 14, 2019	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Presidents Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Presidents Day on Monday, February 18, 2019 .  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#02-19 January 28, 2019	2019 General Election: Council Elections – 2 Seats, 4 Candidates   Marceline, MO - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council closed at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 15, 2019.  The General Election for the City of Marceline will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019.  This year, two (2) Councilpersons will be elected at large to service three (3) year terms.  Currently, those seats are held by Councilman Jeri Holt and Councilwoman Natalie Wellman.    more>
#01-19 January 23, 2019	Marceline IDA Business Improvement Grant Program   Marceline, MO - The Marceline Industrial Development Authority (IDA) has announced the IDA Business Improvement Grant Program, a 50/50 matching grant program, open to Marceline businesses for improvements.  The application period for the IDA Business Improvement Grant Program will be open on February 1, 2019 and applications may be made though April 13, 2019.  more>
#24-18 December 17, 2018	Christmas and New Year Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Christmas and New Year Holidays.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#23-18 December 5, 2018	Candidate Filing Open for Marceline City Council   Marceline, MO - It's that time of year again - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council.  The General Election will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019.  Two (2) Councilpersons will be elected at large to serve three (3) year terms.  Currently, those seats are held by Councilman Jeri Holt and Councilwoman Natalie Wellman. more>
#22-18 November 19, 2018	Thanksgiving Holiday Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - The Marceline City Government will be closed for normal business in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.   The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#21-18 November 6, 2018	Veterans Day Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - The Marceline City Government and will be closed for normal business on Monday, November 12th in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday on November 11th.   The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes: more>
#20-18 November 2, 2018	Century 21 Opens Satellite Office on Main Street USA   Marceline, MO - CENTURY 21, McKeown & Associates, one of Central Missouri’s largest real estate companies, announced the opening of a satellite office on November 1, 2018, located at 302 North Main Street USA.  The new office will offer area homebuyers and sellers an increased level of service and convenience in their real estate transaction needs.  more>
#19-18 August 28, 2018	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Labor Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 3, 2018.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#18-18 July 17, 2018	Country Club Lake Boat Ramp Rehabilitation Project   Marceline, MO - The current concrete boat ramp located at Circle Drive on the Country Club Lake has seen better days.  An increased interest in this feature has prompted the City to fund the rehabilitation of the old ramp for this budget year in the amount of $3,500.  more>
#17-18 June 27, 2018	2018 Independence Day Parade Street Closures   Marceline, MO - The Spirit of our Independence will take to the streets beginning at 5 pm, Wednesday, July 4th for the annual Independence Day Parade with the theme “Missouri History:  Past and Present”.  The parade will begin at W. Santa Fe Ave., heading South on Main Street USA, turn right on W. Lake St. (HWY JJ), and loop around for a second pass heading North, using S. Chestnut Avenue and W. Walker St.  more>
#16-18 June 26, 2018	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Independence Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#15-18 June 6, 2018	Exhibit featuring local artist Kyla Swanson   Marceline, MO - NOMO Gallery is hosting a show featuring Kyla Swanson on Friday, June 8th and will run through the month of June, with the opening reception scheduled for 4:00 – 8:00 pm on Friday, June 8.  more>
#14-18 June 4, 2018	Marceline Police serve two search warrants resulting in four arrests   Marceline, MO - On May 31, 2018 officers served a search warrant on the residence located at 121 West Ira Street, Apartment 103.  Officers conducted a search of the residence and seized several items..  more>
#13-18 May 23, 2018	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Memorial Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 28, 2018.  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#12-18 May 11, 2018	Rotary Grant brings new pool lettering   Marceline, MO - The Marceline Rotary Club and the City is proud to present the new Marceline Municipal Swimming Pool wall lettering made possible through a grant awarded to the Rotary.  more>
#11-18 May 1, 2018	Railroad Photography featuring Mark Steenwyk   Marceline, MO - NOMO Gallery is hosting a show featuring BNSF Railroad Engineer Mark Steenwyk in conjunction with Marceline's Railroad Day on May 5th.  Mark Steenwyk is a railroad engineer for the BNSF and has been taking photographs of trains for nearly 20 years.   more>
#10-18 April 20, 2018	- CANCELLED -   One-Day Oil or Pastel Painting Workshop with David Garrison   Marceline, MO - The North Missouri Arts Council is pleased to offer a One Day Workshop in your choice of oil or pastel, with David Garrison PSA, on Saturday, June 16, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at NOMO Gallery in Marceline.  The cost for the workshop is $110.00 per person.  more>
#09-18 April 2, 2018	Sisters Exhibit - featuring Nora Oldham Othic & Barbara Oldham Garvey   Marceline, MO - "Sisters", an exhibit featuring Nora Oldham Othic and Barbara Oldham Garvey will be on display on the North Missouri Arts Council (NOMO) Gallery on April 3 - 29, 2018.  An opening reception for the artists will be held on Friday, April 6, from 5-8 pm.   more>
#08-18 March 30, 2018	Museum moves forward with planned extension to Ripley Park   Marceline, MO - Taking its lead from the recently completed Marceline Community Master Plan, the Walt Disney Hometown Museum is excited to announced a planned extension to E.P. Ripley Park beginning on Monday, April 2, 2018.  more>
#07-18 February 27, 2018	7th Annual Teachers Art Exhibit   Marceline, MO - The 7th annual Art Teachers Show will be held at the NOMO Art Gallery 111 S. Main Street USA in Marceline from Monday, February 26th until April 2nd. North Central and North East area art teachers will display their work. Many pieces will be for sale.   more>
#06-18 February 14, 2018	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Presidents Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Presidents Day on Monday, February 19, 2018 .  The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:  more>
#05-18 February 13, 2018	Marceline Community Master Plan Presentation Community Master Plan set to be unveiled February 21, 2018   Marceline, MO - Downtown Marceline and the City of Marceline, in conjunction with the Missouri Main Street Connection (MMSC), will present the Marceline Community Master Plan to the public from 5:30 – 8:30 pm on February 21, 2018 at the Marceline Masonic Lodge.  The public is encouraged to attend this historic event. Food will be served beginning at 5:00 pm.   more>
#04-18 January 25, 2018	2018 General Election: Council Elections - 2 Seats, 5 Candidates   Marceline, MO - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council closed at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 16th. The General Election for the City of Marceline will be held on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. This year, two (2) Councilpersons will be elected at large to serve three (3) year terms.  more>
#03-18 January 19, 2018	Abstract-themed Exhibit opens January 20th   Marceline, MO - Are you anxious to get out of the house during all this cold weather?  Break out this weekend for the opening reception of the new abstract-themed exhibit at 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the North Missouri Arts Council (NOMO) Gallery located at 111 S. Main Street USA!  Come in and meet the artists. The opening reception and all exhibits at the gallery are free to the public.   more>
#02-18 January 18, 2018	Swimming & Fishing now prohibited in Ripley Park Pond   Marceline, MO - The Ripley Park Pond, located on the eastern most portion of E. L. Ripley Park, has been a cornerstone of Marceline’s rich history.  Until recently, the pond has been used for recreation activities – and many fond memories can be found among long-time residents.  more>
#01-18 January 13, 2018	2 Suspects Charged in Pool Break-in   Marceline, MO - On 01/12/18 about 0742 hours officers of the Marceline Police Department responded to the Marceline Pool in reference to a possible break in. Upon arrival officers determined that forcible entry was gained into the building and several items were taken from inside.   more>
#13-17 December 20, 2017	Christmas and New Year Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Christmas and New Year Holidays. The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:    more>
#12-17 December 6, 2017	Candidate Filing Open for Marceline City Council   Marceline, MO - It's that time of year again - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council. The General Election will be held on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. Two (2) Councilpersons will be elected at large to serve three (3) year terms. Currently, those seats are held by Councilman Tyson Brammer and Councilwoman Sallie Buck. Members of the Marceline City Council serve their community by setting policies for the City of Marceline, approving the operating budget each fiscal year, and ensuring the best interests of the City as whole are met. City of Marceline residents who desire to be a part of Marceline's bright future are encouraged to file as a candidate for the City Council.   more>
#11-17 November 17, 2017	Thanksgiving Holiday Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - The Marceline City Government will be closed for normal business in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:    more>
#10-17 November 7, 2017	The Walt Disney Hometown Museum Welcomes Gift from BNSF Railroad - New Opening Day Announced for the 2018 Season -   Marceline, MO - The Walt Disney Hometown Museum is proud to announce the arrival of a gift from our friends at the BNSF Railway. In the early morning hours of Monday October 30th a piece of Santa Fe history returned to the siding along the west side of Marceline’s original 1913 Santa Fe Railway Station. The gift of the 1966 SD40 Santa Fe Engine #6308 is a nod to Marceline’s rich railroad history, and an everlasting link to Walt Disney’s affinity for trains. Parked alongside ‘The Beanery’ it will eventually become a part of the museum’s guided tour and a valuable extension of the museum’s existing railway story.   more>
#09-17 November 6, 2017	Veterans Day Closure Schedule   Marceline, MO - The Marceline City Government and will be closed for normal business on Friday, November 10th in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday on November 11th. The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:    more>
#08-17 August 31, 2017	Annual change from chloramines to chlorine   Marceline, MO - The Cities of Marceline, Brookfield and Public Water Supply District Number 3 (PWSD # 3) implement a flushing program every year. Beginning September 11, 2017, Public Utilities employees will flush the water mains by opening fire hydrants and allowing them to flow freely for a short period of time. The flushing cleans out sediment and allows routine maintenance of the fire hydrants.   more>
#07-17 August 31, 2017	Marceline continues its transition to LED Street Lights   Marceline, MO - As the days get shorter, many residents will notice a different look to the street lighting along N. Kansas Avenue. During the summer months, the Marceline Electric Department crew has been upgrading the street lights from high pressure sodium lamps to new cost efficient, light-emitting diode (LED) lights.    more>
#06-17 August 30, 2017	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Labor Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 4, 2017.   more>
#05-17 June 26, 2017	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Independence Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4, 2017.    more>
#04-17 May 25, 2017	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Memorial Day   Marceline, MO - Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29, 2017.   more>
#03-17 April 19, 2017	City Announces new Municipal Swimming Pool Admission Fees   Marceline, MO - At the regular City Council Meeting on April 19th, the Council approved the official Pool Admission Fees for the new Marceline Municipal Swimming Pool Facility, scheduled for its grand opening on Saturday, May 27th at 10:00 am.    more>
#02-17 April 11, 2017	Councilwoman Liz Cupp takes oath of office City honors outgoing Councilman John Carver, selects Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem   Marceline, MO - At the Special City Council Meeting on April 10, 2017, one of the Council’s first actions was to formally recognize the public service of outgoing Councilman John Carver.   more>
#01-17 January 30, 2017	2017 General Election: Council Elections - One Seat, Two Candidates   Marceline, MO - Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council closed at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 17th.  The General Election for the City of Marceline will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2017.  This year,    more>
#05-16 July 1, 2016	City Of Marceline Adds Recycling Services to Residential Solid Waste Services - Signs Five (5) Year Agreement with Advanced Disposal   Marceline, MO - On June 21st, Marceline City Council entered into a five (5) year agreement with Advanced Disposal Services Solid Waste Midwest, LLC to provide solid waste and recycling services the residents of the City of Marceline.   more>
#04-16 January 10, 2016	Marceline Holiday Closure Schedule for Presidents Day   Marceline, MO –  Marceline City Government offices will be closed for normal business in observance of the Presidents Day on Monday, February 15, 2016 . The following are reference dates that may be helpful for scheduling purposes:   more>
#03-16 January 20, 2016	2016 General Election: Council Elections - Two Seats, Two Candidates   Marceline, MO –   Candidate filing for the Marceline City Council closed at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, January 19th. The General Election for the City of Marceline will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2016.   more>