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Mayor’s Message
Preparing for a Flood
Just a year ago, we were being told to conserve water. Now, we’re being told to prepare for ooding! Besides the mental whiplash, it’s hard to get my mind to face something that we haven’t really confronted since 1983!
Still, I want to pass along some information to help you prepare in the event it suddenly gets very warm and all that snow in the mountains comes down and oods Murray!
According to our great Public Works Department, maintenance e orts are underway on all permanent pump stations and headgates. Most of us don’t need to know what and where the pump stations and head gates are, but at least we can feel comforted that those things will be ready to switch into high gear, if and when, they are needed!
The most important thing for you to know is that the department has purchased 20,000 sandbags and sand to ll them! The sand and bags will be made available at these four critical locations in May. If warranted Public Works can also deliver a load of sand and bags to places like a large apartment complex.
But in the meantime, if you need sandbags, please call Public Works at 801-270-2440 for pick up hours. Also, there is an after-hours emergency number to call, 801-264-9669, for assistance. Murray has sandbags on hand, but you may also reach out to the County for lled sandbags. Public Works is located at 4646 South 500 West.
Also, before the spring runo starts lling our rivers, streams and canals, here are some things residents can do to protect their property:
• Check and clean all rain gutters and down spouts.
Brett A. Hales -Mayor mayor@murray.utah.gov 801-264-2600 5025 S. State Street Murray, Utah 84107
• Make sure water will drain away from walkout basements and window wells. Use sandbags to help keep water away with reverse grade slopes.
• Have sandbags and a pump on hand for reverse driveways and slopes.
• Check roadway catch basins in front of your house for debris, call Public Works if you see any issues.
• If you live next to a river, stream or canal check for fallen trees, branches or debris on the banks and in the channel. Call Salt Lake County Flood Control for assistance.
• If you are unsure feel free to call Public Works. 801-270-2440 MonFri 7:00 am- 3:30 pm
FEMA has a ood hazard map to help you discover your risk for ooding. Access the information at this link: beready.utah.gov/utahhazards/ ood/ There is also information on the di erent kinds of ooding, ood insurance and protecting your home from ooding. Additional FEMA information is here: www.ready.gov/ oods
This is also a great time to register for the Emergency Noti cation System at this link: www.murray.utah.gov/1185/Emergency-Noti cationSystem---Register This will ensure that residents and businesses can receive emergency noti cations and critical public safety information within Murray and Salt Lake County.
OFFICE Attorney 801-264-2640 Business Licensing .................. 801-270-2425 Cemetery 801-264-2637 City Council ............................. 801-264-2603 Finance Department 801-264-2513 FIRE DEPARTMENT Administrative O ce .......... 801-264-2781 Non-Emergency Calls 801-840-4000 General Information ................ 801-264-2525 Senior Recreation Center 801-264-2635 Human Resources.................... 801-264-2656 Library 801-264-2580 Mayor’s O ce .......................... 801-264-2600 Municipal Court 801-284-4280 Museum .................................. 801-264-2589 Murray Park Outdoor Pool 801-266-9321 Murray Parkway Golf Course 801-262-4653 PARKS AND RECREATION Administrative O ce 801-264-2614 Rain-out Information ......... 801-264-2525 The Park Center ....................... 801-284-4200 Passports 801-264-2660 POLICE DEPARTMENT Administrative O ce 801-264-2673 Animal Control/SL County .. 385-468-7387 Code Enforcement 801-264-2673 Non-Emergency Calls ......... 801-840-4000 POWER DEPARTMENT Administrative O ce 801-264-2730 After Hours Emergency ....... 801-264-9669 PUBLIC SERVICES Administrative O ce 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 murray.utah.gov
MAYOR’S
APRIL 2023
Message from the Council
Last week at the March 7 Council meeting, the City Council made a unanimous vote to change requirements for future developments in the Murray City Center District (MCCD). The MCCD sets speci c guidelines for future residential and commercial developments to ensure our downtown area is a vibrant, cultural space for residents and visitors. I personally live in the MCCD so I have a vested interest in its future. There are three speci c changes that are important to understand that will a ect developments located south of Vine Street and east of State Street:
• Reduction of the number of stories of all new buildings from ten stories to six stories or 70 feet
• Increasing the landscaped area of a project from 15% to 25%
• Increasing the allotted amount for parking by 0.5 spaces per unit
Last year, I advocated for a city-wide survey to hear directly from
residents on what they would like to see in future developments in the MCCD. Many responded with less density and additional scenery to enhance our downtown area. The Mayor and his sta , especially the Economic Development department, all worked with us individually to nd a middle ground to revamp the MCCD code, especially in reference to the site of the current City Hall. This is a win for our city, but there is still more work to do.
We need to continue to work together to make informed decisions that will bene t residents and future generations. The current City Hall will be vacant soon and many stakeholders have a vested interest in this important space. I encourage you as a citizen to work with your community and developers in letting them know what you want. Not every decision comes to the City Council about development as the Planning Commission also makes these decisions. You are always welcome to contact them as well. Again, I appreciate your emails and please continue to submit your comments.
CITY COUNCIL
Council District 1 Philip J. Markham 801-518-1719 pmarkham@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
Council District 5 Gerry Hrechkosy 385-800-1796 ghrechkosy@murray.utah.gov
Executive Director Jennifer Kennedy Office: 801-264-2622 jkennedy@murray.utah.gov
Telephone Agenda Information 801-264-2525
Rosalba Dominguez, District 3
Rosalba Dominguez District 3
Murray Senior Recreation Center
10 East 6150 South, 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 any changes in programs.
DAILY LUNCH By Chef Omar Limon
Date: Tuesday through Friday
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Cost is $5; prior registration not required
SPECIAL EVENTS
FAMILY CONCERT SERIES
Date: Monday, Apr. 10 – Surf Daddy (Rock Instrumental)
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Free; no appointment needed open to all ages and doors open at 6:00 p.m.
CLASSES
CERAMICS
Date: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 9:00 a.m. – noon
Cost: $1.50 each class plus cost of supplies
GRIEF SUPPORT
Date: Friday, Apr. 7 and 21
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free; Register now
IT ALL STARTS AT THE CORE
Date: Tuesday, Apr. 18
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free; Register now
FLY FISHING CLASS
Date: Tuesday, Apr. 18, May 16, Jun.20
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free; register now
VITAL AGING: ASSERTIVENESS
Date: Tuesday, Apr. 25
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 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
THURS EVENING SOCIAL DANCE
Live Music provided by Tony Summerhays
Date: Thursdays
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
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Murray Arts Beat
For additional information, please contact Lori Edmunds at 801-264-2620
Auditions for Seussical will be held April 20th and 21st at the Murray City Senior Recreation Center, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Directed by Wendy DahlSmedshammer, Seussical will be performed at the Murray Park Amphitheater, July 28-29, 31, August 3-5, 2023.
Auditions are open to ages 8 & older. Prepare 16-32 bars of an upbeat Broadway song in style of the show (an accompanist, MP3, and CD Player will be available to use at auditions). Headshot and resume is encouraged, but not required. Questions?
Email murrayseussical@gmail.com
ICE SKATING IN MURRAY PARK
In 1973, a new outdoor pool was built in Murray Park and the old concrete pool was converted to an outdoor ice-skating rink. During summer, the rink served as a tennis court. The old pool bathhouse next to the rink was converted to a warming room and concession stand. The ice rink was closed in 2007, but the old building remains and is currently used for storage and public restrooms.
Murray City Museum is looking for memories and photographs of people’s experiences at the ice rink as part of the upcoming centennial Murray Park celebration in 2024. For more information or questions, email klindquist@murray.utah.gov
APRIL 2023
SENIOR CENTER CONTINUED
EXERCISE
DAILY EXERCISE CLASSES – check our current newsletter for the schedule
PROGRAMS
HAND AND FOOT CARD GAME
Date: Mondays
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free 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
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC by Harmony Home Health
Date: Wednesday, Apr. 5
Time: 10:30 a.m. – noon
Cost: Free; no appointment necessary
UVU HEALTH SCREENING
Date: Wednesday, Apr. 12
Time: 9:30 a.m. – noon
Cost: Free; no appointment necessary
HEARING SCREENING
Date: Monday, Apr. 17
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free; advance appt required
HAIRCUTS
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $10; advance appt required
ONSITE STRETCH
Date: Thursdays
Time: 9:30 a.m. – noon. 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: $38 session; advance appt
April Special: 3 stretch sessions for $99
MASSAGE THERAPY
Date: Thursdays
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 for half-hour or $40 for hour; advance appointment required
TRAVEL
TUACAHN AND MESQUITE
Date: Monday, Jun. 5 through Thursday, Jun. 8. Leave at 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $475 per double occupancy.
$575 per person on single occupancy
Register now. $50 deposit per person
Payment in full due by Friday, Apr. 28.
Plays: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Tarzan
