Morgan Murdock

City Council Member2026-2030

About

Morgan Murdock's platform is defined by a commitment to improved communication and a compassionate approach to local governance. He positions himself as a collaborative 'bridge-builder' intended to unify the council and improve community engagement.

Contact

✉ mmurdock@heberut.gov

Campaign promises (2)

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Morgan Murdock is running his campaign centered on the core values of communication and compassion.
transparency
Murdock aims to serve as a 'bridge-builder' to foster collaboration on the Heber City Council.
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At a glance

News mentions: 1

Term ending Dec 31, 2030.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 3
Total speaking time: 21:06
Avg per meeting: 7:02
Segments: 289

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Top issues during term (8)(Development)

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Blue Sign Annexation and Land Use Options

Will generate new property and sales tax revenues while requiring municipal service extensions.

high↓May 2026[8]

land use and litigation

There is no direct fiscal impact to the city from the zone change itself.

medium↓Sep 2026[5]

Historic Preservation and Heritage Collaborations

Financial impacts will depend on the specific collaboration terms and historic designation incentives discussed.

high↓Sep 2026[5]

Mayflower Lofts Master Development Agreement Amendment

Requires the developer to provide 10% affordable housing units, impacting project economics while addressing community housing needs.

high↑Feb 2026[4]

Sawmill Development Design and Title Disputes

Resolving title disputes impacts developer equity and municipal park dedications.

medium↓Jun 2026[2]

Springs at Coyote Ridge Phase 5 Subdivision

Private investment in residential and commercial infrastructure.

high↓Apr 2026[1]

Finch Creek Townhomes MDA Amendment & Open Space Concerns

Changes impact property values, housing variety, and infrastructure design for future residents.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

North Village Views Master Development Agreement

None directly to the city budget.

Moved or seconded (26)

Motions Murdock personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.

secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Council Member Cheatwood moved to extend the meeting to 10:30 p.m.
secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Council Member Cheatwood made the motion to recess as the Heber City Council and Convene as the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) Board.
secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Council Member Cheatwood moved to approve the Consent Agenda as outlined.
secondedpassed 5-02026-05-19
Continuation of Overnight Food Truck Parking Temporary Ordinance
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 5-02026-05-19
Final Recommendations for the 2026 TAP Arts Grants (TAP Tax Advisory Committee) - 30 min
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 5-02026-05-05
Council Member Ostergaard moved to approve Resolution 2026-08, as presented by staff, and to set the Tentative Budget Public Hearing date for June 2, 2026.
secondedpassed 5-02026-05-05
Council Member Ostergaard nominated Council Member Mike Johnston to be the acting Mayor Pro-Tem for the evening.
movedpassed 5-02026-05-05
Council Member Murdock to nominate the two residents that submitted emails
secondedpassed 4-02026-05-05
Nomination of Residents to Airport Advisory Bylaws Review Committee
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedfailed 2-32026-04-21
accept Consent Agenda items one, three, and four, and to remove item two from the Consent Agenda approval for further discussion.
movedpassed 5-02026-04-21
the bring the Public Comment period forward on the agenda, before the Consent Agenda.
secondedpassed 5-02026-04-21
enter a Closed Meeting for the purpose of discussing the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual.
movedpassed 5-02026-04-21
adjourn the Closed Meeting.
secondedpassed 5-02026-04-21
Direction to Engineer for Salt Shed Replacement
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 5-02026-04-07
Discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 4-02026-03-17
Council Member Barney made the motion to end the Closed Meeting and to adjourn the Work Meeting.
secondedpassed 4-02026-03-17
Council Member Barney made the motion to end the Closed Meeting and to adjourn the Work Meeting.
secondedpassed 5-02026-02-17
Council Member Barney moved to add five minutes to the meeting to finish the discussion.
secondedpassed 5-02026-02-17
Review and Approve Council's FY'27 Budget and Policy Priorities
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 5-02026-02-17
Council Member Johnston moved to approve the second amendment to the development agreement with the following changes: to replace the term "collector roads" with "public roads" in …