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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Murray City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Municipal Fee Waivers
The council is considering waiving park fees for the Exchange Club to host a community veterans event at Constitution Circle on Veterans Day.
FY 2026-2027 Tentative Budget and Property Tax Increase
Mayor Brett Hales presented a tentative $66 million general fund budget that includes a 9.8 percent property tax rate increase. The extra revenue will fund police officers, firefighters' pay bumps, and rising health insurance costs.
Education Funding
Murray schools just scored a $13 million grant to build a new healthcare academy. It’s a huge win for local students looking to jumpstart their careers in the medical field right out of high school.