Boards & Commissions
The City of Marion has several internal and cross governmental board appointments that local residents may join. Boards are a great way to stay active and directly impact the present and future of our community. Apart from the city boards found elsewhere on this website, here are a few joint governmental boards with appointments made by the City:
- City/County Park Board – The City appoints 3 members of the 6 member board. They have the responsibility to maintain the City/County Park.
- City/County Airport Commission – The City appoints 3 members of the 6 member board. They have the responsibility to maintain the City/County Airport.
- Crittenden County 911 Commission – The City appoints 3 members of the 7 member board. A 4th member is appointed in rotation with the County. The Board is responsible to maintain 911 services for greater Crittenden County.
- Crittenden County Board of Equalization – The City appoints 1 member of the 3 member board. They have the responsibility of reviewing and hearing complaints associated with local tax bodies.
- Pennyrile Area Development District – The City appoints 1 member of the PADD Board of Directors. Their website made be viewed at peadd.org.
- Marion Recreation, Tourist and Convention Commission – The City appoints all 7 of the commission members, however, several are appointed from among specific community organizations. The Commission’s website site may be found at marionkentucky.org.
The Marion Board of Adjustment was created to review special elements of the Planning Commission. Subjects for the Board include conditional uses, variances, and spot zoning.
Members:
- Stacy Hughes
- Michael Crabtree
- Paja Crider
The Planning & Development Commission consist of 6 members. The Commission is authorized to govern all aspects of Chapter 150: Buildings of the Marion City Code of Ordinances.
Further details on the Commission or the building code they enforce may be found under Chapter 150 & 151 of the Marion City Code of Ordinances.
Members:
- Joe Hunt (Chairperson)
- Casey Winstead
- Kayla Maxfield
- Paul Belt
- Callie Courtney
- Ray Agent
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The Marion Code Enforcement Board is responsible for the enforcement of all ordinances which are designed to impose civil fines. The Board is not, however, responsible for any enforcement of ordinances within the Kentucky Penal Code or any moving motor vehicle offense. The authority and role of the Board can be reviewed further under chapter 37 of the City of Marion Code of Ordinances.
Members:
- Eddie Belt
- Barbara Browning
- Larry Hurst
- Stacie Guess
- Larry Thompson
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The Marion Revolving Loan Fund Board is comprised of 7 members. The main goal of the Board is to retain and create jobs. This is accomplished by providing incentive financing or gap financing for existing or potential businesses creating gainful employment for residents. The fund is designed to be used in conjunction with other financing and equity to supply a secondary or supplementary role. The Board is responsible for all aspects of maintaining and managing the fund.
For further information on the Board or how to apply for the fund, please review Chapter 39 of the City of Marion Code of Ordinances.
Members:
- Wanda Olsen
- Derrick Myers
- Charlie Day
- City Administrator
- Mindy Withrow
- Melissa Gilland
- Andy Hunt
The City/County Code of Ethics Board consist of 3 members given the authority to review allegations involving a violation of Chapter 40 of the Marion Code of Ordinances.
Members:
- Susan Yarbrough
- Mickey Alexander
- Dan Wood
Park Board
Members:
- Chris Evans (Chairman)
- Tanner Tabor
- Misty Porter
- Matt Jent
- Shawn Holeman
- Robin Curnel
Tourism Commission
Members:
- Michele Edwards (Director)
- Jason Hatfield
- Andrea Clement
- Marla Manning
- Tanner Tabor
- Mary Ann Campbell
- Kenny Patel