AUGUST 1—PRIMARY REGISTRATION DEADLINE | AUGUST 12—PRIMARY ELECTION DAY. This election is an essential opportunity for community engagement, allowing residents to voice their opinions on candidates like Dale Cox, who are committed to supporting local government initiatives that benefit working families and enhance the quality of life in Murray City Council.
about dale
A Voice for Working Families. A Leader for Murray's Future.
Dale Cox is a lifelong Utahn and a dedicated labor leader who has resided in Murray for 35 years. As a passionate advocate for strong, connected communities, he is now running for the Murray City Council District 2. His goal is to bring practical leadership, transparency, and a deep commitment to service to the core of our local government.
With decades of experience advocating for working families, Dale has established himself as a leader who prioritizes community engagement and listens to the needs of the people. As a longtime union representative and former president of the Utah AFL-CIO, he has championed initiatives that improved job conditions, expanded workplace protections, and secured fair treatment for thousands of Utah families.
Looking ahead, Dale is focused on the future of Murray, where he aims to strengthen our local economy, protect public safety, enhance infrastructure, and ensure that growth is thoughtful and balanced. He believes that local government should serve everyone—not just the well-connected—and that decisions must be informed by community input and common sense.
Dale is not a career politician; he’s a neighbor, a husband, a father, and a tireless advocate with the experience needed to get things done.
"Together, we can build a Murray that works for all of us."
dale's career timeline
Humble Beginnings
Dale Cox began his career as a welder mechanic and quickly became engaged in community engagement efforts, actively participating in local labor unions. He advocated for worker safety and fair wages while also collaborating with the local government and the Murray City Council to support working families.
Pre-2012: Instrumental in the Utah AFL-CIO Leadership Team
Instrumental in the Utah AFL-CIO Leadership Team, Dale Cox took on various leadership roles within the organization. He focused on community engagement by building coalitions with lawmakers and local government, including the Murray City Council, to advocate for workers’ rights and support working families across industries.
Jan 2018: Elected to Murray City Council, District 2
Dale Cox was elected to represent District 2 on the Murray City Council, bringing a working-class perspective and decades of advocacy experience to local government, emphasizing the importance of community engagement for working families.
2018-2022: Led on Critical City Issues & Initiatives
Budget Oversight & Responsible Growth: Throughout his term, Dale Cox prioritized fiscal responsibility and thoughtful growth, emphasizing community engagement to ensure that city resources were spent wisely while preserving the character of Murray’s neighborhoods. Led Updates to Animal Control Ordinance Dale helped modernize the city’s animal control regulations, balancing the rights of pet owners with community safety and health concerns. Advocated for Infrastructure and Public Safety He consistently supported efforts to improve Murray’s roads, parks, and public safety services, advocating for long-term planning and smart investment in essential services to support working families within the local government framework of the Murray City Council.
2022: Dale’s Council Term Concludes
After nearly four years of service, Dale Cox concluded his term on the Murray City Council in early 2022. Local coverage highlighted that 'two Murray leaders ride off to one sunset,' marking the end of a collaborative era focused on community engagement and the needs of working families alongside Mayor Camp.
2025: Running Again for Murray City Council, District 2 [DALE HERO SHOT]
With a record of results and a reputation for steady leadership, Dale Cox is once again stepping up to serve our community—committed to transparency, smart growth, and ensuring that Murray City Council works for everyone, especially our working families.
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