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Council approves application for 'rhino' attraction grant using transient guest tax match

Marion City Council · January 6, 2026
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Summary

Council voted unanimously to apply for an attraction development grant to fund a public-art 'rhino' tour; staff reported 28 pledges toward a 150-rhino goal and proposed using transient guest tax funds (city share shown ~ $12,409) for the required match.

Megan presented the attraction development grant application for a public-art 'rhino' tour and asked the council to approve submitting the application before the deadline this week. She told the council, "We have up to 28 pledges now," and said the project aims for 150…

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