Dirk Burton

Term: 2024-2027

Dirk Burton is the 14th Mayor of West Jordan, Utah. Born and raised in neighboring city Kearns, Dirk later moved to West Jordan where he and his wife raised six children. After living in this great city for more than two decades, they now consider West Jordan their permanent home.  

In 2016 Dirk became a Council Member for West Jordan’s fourth district. Being a voice for the people and serving his community pushed him to run for Mayor. In January 2020 Dirk became the City’s first strong Mayor. 

Dirk currently serves on the Airport Advisory board, ChamberWest Chamber of Commerce, Wasatch Front Regional Council (Active Transportation Committee), Salt Lake County Council of Governments, Jordan River Commission, Utah Foundation Board, EDCUtah Board of Trustees, Itineris Early College High School Board of Directors, Utah Board of League of Cities and Towns, Utah Building Code Commission, the Salt Lake Chamber Board of Directors and Board of Governors, and the UTA Advisory Board.

Personally, Dirk is a member of the NFPA, International Code Council, is a Master Electrician, National Electrical Code Consultant, DOPL Approved Continuing Education Provider, and member of the Independent Electrical Contractors.

When Dirk is not in a committee meeting or working at City Hall – he is promoting community involvement in local scout groups, spending time with his family, and touring West Jordan neighborhoods on his bike or Segway getting to know the residents he loves to serve. 

The Mayor loves to meet with people! Call 801-569-5100 or complete the Mayor contact form on this page to schedule an appointment.

  • Mayor’s Message – April 2025

    Dear Residents, You might’ve seen me at storytime recently—reading books and turning pages with some of West Jordan’s youngest residents. And just like a good story needs a strong beginning, middle, and end… so do […]

  • Mayor’s Message – March 2025

    Happy March, West Jordan! They say this month comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, but our dry winter feels more like a tumbleweed rolling into spring! I’ve appreciated that snow came […]

  • Mayor’s Message – February 2025

    Hello, West Jordan! February may be the shortest month, but it’s packed with opportunities to make a big difference in our great community. Whether you’re spreading love through volunteer work or celebrating the incredible variety […]

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