Murray City Live, May 19, 2026

The Murray City Redevelopment Agency and City Council held meetings on May 19, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related matters. The Redevelopment Agency discussed compliance with new state law requirements for disposing of significant city-owned property, specifically the old city hall site, including plans to issue an RFP with support from a specialized vendor to ensure thorough review. They also reviewed ongoing redevelopment projects such as Block One and the Murray Chapel renovation, addressing issues like parking and code amendments. The City Council considered multiple ordinances including amendments to land use codes to add veterinary dentistry as a conditional use, adjustments to subdivision procedures to allow administrative boundary adjustments, and updates to municipal code related to public works and city officers. Budget discussions included approval of the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget amendments, reallocations within departments, and a proposed property tax rate increase to fund additional police and fire personnel, overtime, and equipment maintenance. The council approved rental fee ordinances for the Murray Armory and confirmed mayoral appointments to various boards. The meetings also featured recognition of city employees and highlighted the city's involvement in the Light Up Navajo project, a volunteer effort to bring electricity to remote Navajo Nation homes.