Council approves Murray Kids Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan, 5–0

Murray Kids Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan

5 yes, 0 no

Ned Hacker (yes), Peter Klinge (yes), Jake Pehrson (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Michael Richards (yes)

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu School Conditional Use Permit

5 yes, 0 no

Ned Hacker (yes), Peter Klinge (yes), Jake Pehrson (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Michael Richards (yes)

Approval of July 16, 2026, Minutes

5 yes, 0 no

Approval of Findings of Fact for Skyline Auto Sales and Salt Lake Stronghold LLC

5 yes, 0 no

Midterm Vacancy Ordinance (Council)

5 yes, 0 no

Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes), Pam Cotter (yes), Adam Hock (yes)

Midterm Vacancy Ordinance (Mayor)

5 yes, 0 no

Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes), Pam Cotter (yes)

Council Policies and Procedures Amendment

5 yes, 0 no

Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes), Pam Cotter (yes)

Arts Advisory Board Appointments

5 yes, 0 no

Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes), Pam Cotter (yes), Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes)

Planning Commission Appointment

5 yes, 0 no

Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes), Pam Cotter (yes), Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes)

Land Use Classification Ordinance

5 yes, 0 no

Pam Cotter (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes), Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes)

NeighborWorks Salt Lake Funding Agreement

5 yes, 0 no

Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes), Pam Cotter (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes)

Storm Drainage Master Plan Update

5 yes, 0 no

Clark Bullen (yes), Diane Turner (yes), Pam Cotter (yes), Adam Hock (yes), Paul Pickett Acevedo (yes)

Gracie Jiu Jitsu School

4371 South State Street

A request to open a martial arts studio in an existing building.

approved → pending

Murray Kids

20 East Winchester Street

A request to demolish an existing home and build a new 5,000-square-foot daycare center.

approved (5-0) · pending → approved

NeighborWorks Housing Assistance Agreement

A funding agreement to provide $531,250 for down payment assistance and home improvement loans.

Discussed — no decision yet

urban redevelopment

The city is looking at the long-term plan for the area around the Murray Central Station. This will likely shape what kind of businesses and housing can be built there in the future.

What it means: Local residents and commuters who use the transit station area.

Raised 3 times this week

public safety

The Fire Department is proposing a new training tower at 4868 South Buck Elder Street. They argue it's necessary for firefighter safety and training efficiency, while neighbors and officials are evaluating the impact on the downtown area and form-based code.

What it means: The project is estimated to cost approximately $1 million if built on the proposed site, compared to $2-4 million for off-site alternatives.

Raised 2 times this week

homelessness services

The city is providing over $500,000 to NeighborWorks Salt Lake to help residents with down payments and home repairs.

What it means: The $531,250 allocation is funded through RDA tax increment housing funds.

Raised 2 times this week

Standard Land Use Code Amendment

The city is updating its rulebook for land use and zoning. This could change how new projects are classified and approved in your neighborhood.

What it means: Property owners and developers may benefit from clearer, updated classification standards.

urban development

The city is looking at giving $531,250 to NeighborWorks to help residents with down payments and home repairs. This is a big step to help keep housing affordable for local families.

What it means: The RDA will contribute $531,250 from its affordable housing set-aside funds.