Orem council confirms Marc Sanderson as new fire chief in special meeting
July 7, 2020, 5:00 p.m. · Orem City Center, 56 North State Street (held electronically)
The City Council met in a special electronic meeting and unanimously consented to the appointment of Marc Sanderson as director of the Fire Department. He took the oath of office at the meeting.
From the approved minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Appointment of Marc Sanderson as Fire Chief | Approved · 6-0 |
Agenda, item by item
Appointment
Appointment of Marc Sanderson as Fire Chief
Approved · 6-0
City Manager Jamie Davidson recommended Marc Sanderson as Orem's next fire chief and said fire personnel from each station and the Police Department were present to show support. Mayor Richard Brunst said the city interviewed several candidates and described Sanderson's background in fire, police, nursing and flight services and training at Utah Valley University. Sanderson's stated vision was to make the department one of the best in the state by improving recruitment and retention and raising morale. Council members each welcomed him, and City Recorder JoD'Ann Bates administered the oath. Sanderson thanked former Chief Scott Gurney for his years of service.