The Marion County Board of Supervisors met on August 11, 2026, for its regular session at the Marion County North Annex in Knoxville. The agenda included financial actions, land-use decisions, appointments, county development projects, public presentations, and agreements involving county operations.
Several items focused on planning for future growth and development in Marion County. Supervisors considered a zoning change from agricultural zoning to agricultural residential zoning for a property identified as Parcel F in Section 22, Township 76 North, Range 18 West. The board also considered a minor subdivision plat approval and support for terms related to a private development agreement involving East Elementary Apartments LLC.
The meeting also included several county financial and operational decisions. Supervisors considered transferring funds from the Rural Basic Fund to the Secondary Road Fund through Resolution 2026-91, allocating General Basic Funds for the Junction 92 project, and approving a change order related to the Marion County Junction 92 Office Project.
Community service topics were also part of the discussion. Presentations were scheduled from Betsy Stursma of Behavioral Health District 5 with the Iowa Primary Care Association and Tana Morehead regarding U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance. These presentations were intended to provide information on available services and resources affecting residents and local organizations.
Major Discussion and Action Items
Behavioral Health District 5 Presentation
The board received a presentation from Betsy Stursma, District Leader for Behavioral Health District 5 with the Iowa Primary Care Association. The agenda identifies this as a presentation item, but does not provide additional details about the content of the presentation.
Behavioral health services can affect residents, families, healthcare providers, and community organizations, particularly when counties coordinate with regional service providers. The presentation provided an opportunity for supervisors to receive information and discuss issues related to behavioral health resources serving the area.
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance Presentation
Tana Morehead was scheduled to provide a presentation regarding U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance.
The agenda does not specify the disaster assistance program, funding levels, or specific local impacts discussed. The presentation was included as an informational item intended to provide supervisors and community members with information about available assistance resources.
Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment Appointment
Supervisors considered appointing Dennis Fogle as the Marion County representative to the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment.
The appointment would serve a five-year term. Airport zoning boards address land-use issues related to airport operations and surrounding areas. The county representative role provides a connection between county government and airport-related zoning decisions.
FY27 Rural Basic Fund Transfer to Secondary Road Fund
The board considered Resolution 2026-91, authorizing a fiscal year 2027 transfer of funds from the Rural Basic Fund to the Secondary Road Fund.
The agenda does not identify the dollar amount of the transfer. The action relates to county budgeting and transportation-related operations, with funding moving between established county funds to support approved purposes.
Agricultural to Agricultural Residential Zoning Change
Supervisors considered Ordinance 2026-2, which proposes changing the zoning designation of a property from A-1 Agricultural to A-R Agricultural Residential.
The property is identified as Parcel F of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 22, Township 76 North, Range 18 West of the 5th P.M., Marion County, Iowa. The stated purpose is to allow potential future development.
The board considered both the second reading of the proposed zoning map ordinance and an action to waive the third reading and provide final approval, including publication and the zoning map amendment.
Steenhoek Acres Plat 2 Minor Subdivision
The board considered Resolution 2026-73, approving Steenhoek Acres Plat 2, described as a minor plat of subdivision.
The agenda does not provide additional details about the property location, number of lots, or development plans. The action reflects the county’s role in reviewing subdivision proposals under applicable planning and land-use procedures.
East Elementary Apartments LLC Development Agreement Support
Supervisors considered Resolution 2026-92, supporting proposed terms to be included in an agreement for private development between Marion County and East Elementary Apartments LLC.
The agenda does not include the financial terms, project schedule, or specific commitments associated with the agreement. The item indicates county consideration of a development partnership involving private property development.
South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency Agreement
The board considered a memorandum of understanding between the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency (SCISWA) and Marion County regarding temporary post-closing access.
The agenda does not provide additional details about the property or operational circumstances involved. The agreement addresses coordination between the county and the regional solid waste agency.
Junction 92 Office Project Changes and Funding
Supervisors considered two Junction 92 project-related actions.
Resolution 2026-93 addresses Change Order #4 for the Marion County Junction 92 Office Project. A separate agenda item addresses allocation of General Basic Funds for the Junction 92 Project.
The packet does not provide the amount of the change order or the funding allocation. These actions indicate continued county oversight of the project’s construction or implementation needs.
Financial Matters
The meeting included multiple financial-related actions.
Resolution 2026-91 addressed an FY27 transfer from the Rural Basic Fund to the Secondary Road Fund. The specific amount was not listed in the available agenda materials.
Supervisors also considered allocation of General Basic Funds for the Junction 92 Project and a change order for the Marion County Junction 92 Office Project through Resolution 2026-93. The available packet identifies these actions but does not provide dollar amounts, vendor information, or detailed cost breakdowns.
The consent agenda included Marion County claims through August 11, 2026, approval of regular board minutes from July 28, 2026, and Marion County employee salary adjustments. The complete salary adjustment list was identified as available through the Human Resource Office.
Policies, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Governance
The board considered Ordinance 2026-2 regarding a zoning map amendment. The proposed change would move a property from A-1 Agricultural zoning to A-R Agricultural Residential zoning for potential future development.
The board also considered several resolutions involving county funds, subdivision approval, development agreements, and project funding. These included Resolution 2026-73 for Steenhoek Acres Plat 2, Resolution 2026-91 for fund transfers, Resolution 2026-92 regarding development agreement terms, and Resolution 2026-93 regarding the Junction 92 project change order.
The agenda indicates that some items were scheduled for discussion and action, including approval steps for ordinances and resolutions.
The meeting included presentations from Behavioral Health District 5 with the Iowa Primary Care Association and from the U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance program.
The board also included a Board of Supervisors Updates item near the end of the business section. The available agenda does not provide details about topics discussed during those updates.
Personnel, Appointments, and Organizational Matters
The consent agenda included Marion County employee salary adjustments. The agenda states that the complete list was available through the Human Resource Office but does not provide individual employee information.
The board also considered the appointment of Dennis Fogle as Marion County’s representative to the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment for a five-year term.
Projects, Facilities, Infrastructure, and Operations
The Junction 92 Office Project was a significant operational topic. Supervisors considered a project change order and an allocation of General Basic Funds connected to the project.
Transportation funding was also addressed through the proposed transfer from the Rural Basic Fund to the Secondary Road Fund.
Other operational matters included the memorandum of understanding with SCISWA regarding temporary post-closing access and land-use decisions involving subdivision and zoning approvals.
The agenda included a public comments period for residents wishing to address the board about matters not listed on the agenda.
Residents wishing to address a specific agenda item were instructed to wait until that item’s discussion portion of the meeting.
The meeting was held at the Marion County North Annex, 2003 N Lincoln St, Knoxville, Iowa. Remote participation was available through Zoom, and participants were instructed to use the chat feature to request an opportunity to address the board.
- Residents may be affected by zoning decisions that influence future residential development and land use in Marion County.
- Property owners may be interested in how agricultural and residential zoning changes affect surrounding areas.
- Taxpayers may be affected by county fund transfers, project funding decisions, and infrastructure-related spending.
- Businesses and developers may be affected by development agreements and county planning decisions.
- County employees may be affected by approved salary adjustments.
- Transportation users may be affected by decisions involving the Secondary Road Fund.
- Community organizations may benefit from information shared through behavioral health and disaster assistance presentations.
- What is the total amount being transferred from the Rural Basic Fund to the Secondary Road Fund for FY27?
- How will the Junction 92 Office Project change order affect the project budget and timeline?
- What work or improvements are supported by the General Basic Fund allocation for Junction 92?
- What future development is anticipated from the agricultural-to-agricultural residential zoning change?
- How will nearby property owners be informed about development resulting from approved zoning changes?
- What are the specific terms proposed in the agreement with East Elementary Apartments LLC?
- What services or resources were highlighted during the Behavioral Health District 5 presentation?
- What disaster assistance resources are currently available to local residents and businesses?
- What responsibilities will the Marion County representative have on the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment?
- What future reviews or approvals are expected for the projects discussed at this meeting?
Important Dates, Deadlines, and Next Steps
- August 11, 2026: Marion County Board of Supervisors regular meeting held at 9:00 AM at the Marion County North Annex.
- August 11, 2026: Board considered FY27 fund transfer, zoning ordinance actions, subdivision approval, development agreement support, SCISWA agreement, and Junction 92 project actions.
- Future dates: The agenda does not provide additional deadlines or implementation dates for the approved or proposed actions.
Key Takeaways
- The Marion County Board of Supervisors met on August 11, 2026, for its regular session.
- The board considered multiple land-use and development-related actions.
- Ordinance 2026-2 addressed a proposed zoning change from agricultural to agricultural residential use.
- Supervisors considered approval of Steenhoek Acres Plat 2, a minor subdivision.
- The board reviewed proposed development agreement terms involving East Elementary Apartments LLC.
- FY27 funding actions included a proposed transfer from the Rural Basic Fund to the Secondary Road Fund.
- The Junction 92 Office Project was discussed through a change order and funding allocation.
- Dennis Fogle was considered for appointment as Marion County representative to the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment.
- Presentations addressed behavioral health resources and U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance.
- Residents could participate through public comment opportunities and remote meeting access.
Official Sources
About the Public Body
- Name: Marion County Board of Supervisors
- Organization type: county
- Government body: county-boards
- Location: Knoxville, iowa
- County: Marion County
- Provider: neapolitan-board
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