FEBRUARY 2024
FREQUENTLY REQUESTED NUMBERS Attorney .................................. 801-264-2640 Business Licensing .................. 801-270-2425 Cemetery ................................ 801-264-2637 City Council ............................. 801-264-2603 Finance Department ............... 801-264-2513 Passports................................. 801-264-2660 FIRE DEPARTMENT Administrative Office .......... 801-264-2781 Non-Emergency Calls ......... 801-840-4000 General Information................ 801-264-2525 Human Resources.................... 801-264-2656 Library .................................... 801-264-2580 Mayor’s Office.......................... 801-264-2600 Municipal Court....................... 801-284-4280 PARKS AND RECREATION Administrative Office .......... 801-284-4200 Recreation Division ................. 801-284-4200 Museum .................................. 801-264-2589 Murray Outdoor Pool ............... 801-266-9321 Murray Parkway Golf Course.... 801-262-4653 The Park Center ....................... 801-284-4200 Senior Recreation Center ......... 801-264-2635 POLICE DEPARTMENT Administrative Office .......... 801-264-2673 Animal Control/SL County .. 385-468-7387 Code Enforcement .............. 801-264-2673 Non-Emergency Calls ......... 801-840-4000 POWER DEPARTMENT Administrative Office .......... 801-264-2730 After Hours Emergency....... 801-264-9669 PUBLIC SERVICES Administrative Office .......... 801-270-2440 Building Inspection ............ 801-270-2431 Green Waste Trailers ........... 801-270-2440 Planning and Zoning .......... 801-270-2430 Solid Waste......................... 801-270-2440 Water, Sewer, Streets.......... 801-270-2440 Zoning Enforcement ........... 801-270-2426 UTILITIES After Hours Emergency....... 801-264-9669 Billing Questions ................ 801-264-2626
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MAYOR’S OFFICE
MAYOR’S MESSAGE
AFFORDABLE HOUSING: Facts and Figures The Utah State Legislature has made affordable housing the number one priority for the 2024 legislative session. Murray has been consistently proactive in planning for and providing affordable housing in Salt Lake County. Families with an income of 80% or less of Salt Lake County’s median income level can qualify for subsidized programs. Currently, the median annual income for a family of four in Salt Lake County is $106,000.00. To address the affordable housing shortage, the legislature has selected 26 areas from which cities can choose from to implement their plans. Murray City has selected the following five areas: 1. Investment in the rehabilitation of infrastructure to support moderate-income housing. 2. Reducing regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). 3. Establishing higher density limits in areas near transit corridors. 4. Creating mortgage assistance programs. 5. Revise transit station area plans (Murray has 3 transit stations).
Brett A. Hales -Mayor
mayor@murray.utah.gov 801-264-2600 10 East 4800 South Murray, Utah 84107
Future areas of focus could include: 1. Redevelopment of underperforming commercial property. 2. Code rewrites to incentivize “starter home” developments. 3. Reducing residential parking requirements. 4. Reducing minimum lot sizes in more zones (5000/4000 sqft). 5. Creative housing approaches (cottage style and townhome). We are pleased to report that presently, Murray City ranks 7th best in Salt Lake County for housing compliance. In fact, considering the size of Murray (12 square miles), we are ranked #1 in all of Salt Lake County. The Utah State Legislature will be in session from January 16 to March 1, 2024. I will be following the legislative updates throughout the session and encourage everyone to reach out to your state representatives whenever you have questions or feedback about policy that affects our city and state.
If the city fails to implement these options, we could lose the ability to apply for certain transportation funding. Murray City is committed to remain in compliance with state requirements avoiding any penalties.
Murray Senior Recreation Center 10 E 6150 S, Murray, Utah 84107 801-264-2635 mcreg.com • seniorrec@murray.utah.gov murray.utah.gov/140Senior-Recreation-Center Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Thurs 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. • Closed Sat and Sun Check our website for updated information. CHEF OMAR LIMON DAILY LUNCH Date: Tuesday through Friday Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Cost: Cost is $5; prior registration not required
CLASSES CERAMICS Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 9:00 a.m. – noon Cost: $1.50 each class plus supply cost
GRIEF SUPPORT Date: Friday, Feb. 9 and 23 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free; Register now FLY TYING WORKSHOP for Beginners Date: Tuesday, Feb. 20, Mar. 5, Mar. 19, and Apr. 2 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost: $5 includes supplies; register now VITAL AGING: DEVELOP STRONG SELF-CONFIDENCE Date: Tuesday, Feb. 27 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cost: Free; register now
NUTRITION: HEART HEALTH Don’t Skip a Beat! Date: Tuesday, Mar. 5 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free; Register now LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC PAIN Date: Tuesday, Mar. 5 through Apr. 9 Time: 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cost: Free; Register now
DANCE LINE DANCE: BEGINNING Date: Tuesdays Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cost: $10 for the month; register now THURSDAY EVENING SOCIAL DANCE Live Music provided by Tony Summerhays Date: Thursdays Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Cost: $5 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
Message from the Council When We Focus On Community, Anything Is Possible. I have worked alongside my fellow residents towards shaping our city’s future, addressing issues like taxation, how we shape our downtown development and the history of marginalization. My motivation for joining the council was to prevent a 17-story building from overshadowing my neighborhood. I sought to provide options for Murray residents and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue to represent District 3. My vision includes a vibrant downtown area where our community can gather. I’ve actively proposed, advocated for, and implemented policies to support this vision. When we prioritize our community, the possibilities are endless. The start of the new year is a promising time full of fresh beginnings and a sense of renewal. The idea that we can bring about positive changes in our lives, or in the lives of others, is an uplifting feeling that we should embrace throughout the year. I encourage Murray residents to take the time to engage in community service to foster meaningful connections and build a stronger, more compassionate Murray. Here are a list of nonprofits and organizations within our city where you can donate your time: • Alliance Community Services: (801) 265-1111 • Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake: (801) 261-6180 • Kids Read (contact Linda Brown): (801) 803-2505 • Make-A-Wish Utah: (801) 262-9474 • Murray City Chamber: (801) 680-5877
• Murray Exchange Club (contact Mark Looslie): (435) 627-2368 • Murray Greenhouse Foundation: (801) 266-0669 • Murray Pantry & Murray Closet: (385) 743-8808 • Murray Partners for Prevention Coalition: (801) 808-0830 • Murray Rotary Club (contact Jerry Summerhays): (801) 557-1904 • Murray Youth Community Council: (801) 808-0830 • Wasatch Adaptive Sports: (801) 834-0476 I also encourage residents to stay involved in all things going on here at Murray City. Stay connected by signing up for my newsletter, attend City Council and Planning Commission meetings (either in person or online), join a city board or commission, get involved with your child’s PTA or lead a local youth group. In the spirit of fostering community I urge everyone to reach out to your neighbors. Take the time to introduce yourself and extend a friendly hand. Let’s not confine our sense of community to our immediate circles; instead, let’s work to include everyone. By actively participating in the community, you contribute to Murray’s progress towards a city we love to live in. I also want to take a moment to remember someone we lost this year, Spencer Belliston. Spencer was an integral part of our Murray community, and I had the privilege of gardening alongside him over the years. His contributions as a teacher within the Murray School District were significant. Let Spencer’s legacy inspire us to be inclusive and community-minded, even as we admire his individual achievements. —Rosalba Dominguez, District 3
Murray Senior Recreation Center SENIOR CENTER CONTINUED EXERCISE DAILY EXERCISE CLASSES – check our current newsletter for the schedule
BRIDGE LESSONS Date: Mondays Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cost: Free MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS GAME Date: Thursdays Time: 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost: Free
HEALTH SERVICES
PROGRAMS HAND AND FOOT CARD GAME Date: Mondays Time: 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost: Free
HAIRCUTS Date: Wednesdays Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Cost: $12; advance appointment required MASSAGE THERAPY Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost: $40 per hour; advance appointment required
CITY COUNCIL City Council District #1 Paul Pickett 801-860-4949
ppickett@murray.utah.gov Council District 2 Pam Cotter 801-541-8364
pcotter@murray.utah.gov Council District 3 Rosalba Dominguez 801-330-6232
rosalba.dominguez@murray.utah.gov Council District 4 Diane Turner 801-635-6382
diane.turner@murray.utah.gov City Council District #5 Adam Hock 801-557-1346
ahock@murray.utah.gov
Executive Director Jennifer Kennedy Office: 801-264-2622
jkennedy@murray.utah.gov Telephone Agenda Information 801-264-2525
FEBRUARY 2024 CPR can be one of the most important skills you have when a loved one has a cardiac arrest. Many of our past staticstics show that we only save 7-9% of cardiac arrests. With you and 911 Paramedics we have evidence that we can save over 60% of witnessed cardiac arrest victims if hands only CPR is started within minutes of your loved one colapsing. CPR is proven to work when you push hard and fast on the center of the chest. Please remeber to practice CPR once per year. Attend a class at least once every 5 years to learn our newest methods. During a Cardiac arrest Remember to stay calm, push hard and fast untill we arrive! You will make a differnce in someones life!
Murray Fire CPR Course Depending on if you need a Card or just GREAT training A card course is $25 per card, a non card course is Free! Come and learn
Date: Scheduled once per month throughout the year. Call the number in the green area below for our next course.
Murray Fire also teaches • AED (Defibrillator training) • First Aid (Trauma and Medical Emergencies) • Choking • Rescue Breathing • CERT classes
SAVING YOUR LOVED ONES !!!!
CPR TRICKS TO REMEMBER Call 911 Check for a pulse Start CPR if you’re in doubt Push hard
4848 South Box Elder St. Murray, Utah 84107 Main Line: (801) 264-2780
Push Fast at 110 times per minute We’re on our way!
MURRAY PARK CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION Murray Park is set to turn 100 years old this year! Mark your calendars for June 15, 2024 for Murray Park’s special celebration. Join us in commemorating a century of community and memories. We’ll have a day filled with festivities, reflection, and celebration as we honor the history of Murray Park. We look forward to having you join us for this historic occasion! (Photo credit: Dedication of the beginning of the west entrance of Murray Park circa 1924, Murray City Corporation)
Join us for our Family Night Concert Series! Enjoy free performances by local bands. This is open to all ages, so bring family and friends for a night of music! These concerts will take place at 7:00pm at the Murray Senior Recreation Center (10 E 6150 S, Murray) on February 12, March 11, April 8, and May 13. Each date will feature a different band!
Keep up to date with Murray City Cultural Arts by following us on social media.
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