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The City of Marion is pleased to introduce Ryan J. Waller as its next city manager. Waller, who has served in local government for 20 years, comes to Marion from the City of Indianola, a full-service community located near Des Moines, where he has been the city manager since January 2016. He will serve as the chief executive officer for the City of Marion, its 250 employees, and more than 40,000 residents. He will manage an annual operating budget of $121.7 million. “We were fortunate to have a group of highly-qualified candidates interview for the position,” said Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly. “Mr. Waller stood out as a dynamic and passionate leader who will reach higher every day to help Marion achieve its fullest potential. We couldn’t be more pleased to have him join our team.” Waller has extensive experience in city and county administration in communities in both Iowa and Illinois. Highlights of his career in Indianola include the planning and implementation of the City Square Master Plan, the planning and construction of a $45 million wastewater treatment plant, and improved financial procedures that resulted in a bond rating upgrade and budgeting awards for five consecutive years. “Marion is an all-star community with a proud history and a reputation for innovation and collaboration. I look forward to working with the team to continue the positive momentum of the community,” said Waller. “My family and I are thankful for this tremendous opportunity.” Waller’s first day on the job will be Nov. 29. He anticipates spending his first few months in Marion getting to know City employees, partner organizations, and members of the community. Marion City Council is expected to formally approve the employment contract at their next meeting.
The City of Marion is pleased to introduce Ryan J. Waller as its next city manager. Waller, who has served in local government for 20 years, comes to Marion from the City of Indianola, a full-service community located near Des Moines, where he has been the city manager since January 2016. He will serve as the chief executive officer for the City of Marion, its 250 employees, and more than 40,000 residents. He will manage an annual operating budget of $121.7 million.
“We were fortunate to have a group of highly-qualified candidates interview for the position,” said Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly. “Mr. Waller stood out as a dynamic and passionate leader who will reach higher every day to help Marion achieve its fullest potential. We couldn’t be more pleased to have him join our team.”
Waller has extensive experience in city and county administration in communities in both Iowa and Illinois. Highlights of his career in Indianola include the planning and implementation of the City Square Master Plan, the planning and construction of a $45 million wastewater treatment plant, and improved financial procedures that resulted in a bond rating upgrade and budgeting awards for five consecutive years.
“Marion is an all-star community with a proud history and a reputation for innovation and collaboration. I look forward to working with the team to continue the positive momentum of the community,” said Waller. “My family and I are thankful for this tremendous opportunity.”
Waller’s first day on the job will be Nov. 29. He anticipates spending his first few months in Marion getting to know City employees, partner organizations, and members of the community.
Marion City Council is expected to formally approve the employment contract at their next meeting.