Council approves Minutes for September 1 and September 15, 2026, 5–0

Approval of Minutes for September 1 and September 15, 2026

5 yes, 0 no

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

Renaming Police Training Center to Craig D. Burnett Training Center

5 yes, 0 no

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

Approval of Regional Computer Forensic Laboratory Agreement Addendum

5 yes, 0 no

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

Resolution Waiving Fees for Exchange Club Veterans Event

5 yes, 0 no

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

Appointment of Chase L. Smith as Police Chief

5 yes, 0 no

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

Adoption of Joint Proclamation for Chief Craig D. Burnett

5 yes, 0 no

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

Approval of Minutes for September 1, 2026 (Committee of the Whole)

5 yes, 0 no

Municipal Fee Waivers

The city is considering waiving park rental fees for the Exchange Club of Murray's Veterans' Peace Walk and Honor Ceremony at Murray Park. This free community event on November 11 relies on city support through fee relief.

What it means: The Exchange Club of Murray and local veterans attending the November 11 ceremony.

Raised 2 times this week

Police Department Leadership Transition

Longtime Police Chief Craig D. Burnett retired after 41 years of service, and Chase L.

What it means: Murray City residents and the police department through experienced leadership continuity.

Raised 2 times this week

Electrical Service Rate Adjustments

Consultants recommended small 1.25% annual electric rate increases and restructuring fixed customer fees to keep the city's power utility financially healthy.

What it means: Raises the average residential electric bill by about $1.03 per month.

Raised 2 times this week

Regional Law Enforcement Forensics Partnership

The city is considering joining forces with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in the FBI-Affiliated Intermountain West Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory to enhance digital crime-fighting capabilities.

What it means: Local investigators will gain access to advanced regional computer forensics resources.

Neighborhood Animal Welfare Concern Over Anti-Bark Devices

A resident voiced concerns during public comment about a neighbor using an electronic anti-bark device as a weapon against his dog, noting a lack of city regulations.

What it means: Pet owners whose animals experience distress from neighboring deterrent devices.

Murray Theater Restoration and Status Update

Leaders will receive an update on the ongoing efforts to restore the historic Murray Theater and bring it back as a community asset.

What it means: Residents, local businesses, and visitors interested in cultural arts and downtown revitalization.