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Marion council weighs expansion of downtown 'rhino' public‑art tour; decision pushed to Jan. 5
Summary
Councilors discussed a proposal to grow Marion’s community rhino public‑art tour to roughly 150 pieces using a tourism attraction grant; staff estimated a project cost near $56,228 with a city match contingency and recommended returning Jan. 5 with refined commitments and budget adjustments.
Marion’s proposal to expand a locally popular public‑art "rhino" tour drew an extended discussion at the council’s December meeting, but councilors deferred final approval until the January 5 meeting so absent members can participate.
Economic development staff (Speaker 6) outlined a plan to increase the number of decorated rhino sculptures to mark Marion’s incorporation anniversary and local celebrations. She said medium rhinos typically cost about $300, reducible to $200…
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