activities · 31
what they do
direct service · 27
- Aircraft Noise Monitoring and Land Use Planning Aviation Stakeholder Engagement & OutreachTracks aircraft noise concerns to support land use planning decisions and facilitate communication between pilots, city officials, and the surrounding community.
- Airport Community Engagement Aviation Stakeholder Engagement & OutreachHosts an annual community open house called "Airport Day" to showcase Chandler Municipal Airport and tracks aircraft noise concerns to assist in land use planning and communication with pilots and the community.
- Airport Community Engagement Aviation Stakeholder Engagement & OutreachHosts an annual "Airport Day" to showcase Chandler Municipal Airport and tracks aircraft noise concerns to assist in land use planning and communication with pilots and the community.
- Community Development and Housing Assistance Affordable Homeownership with Long-Term Affordability ControlsAdministers funds and programs to improve the quality of life for low and moderate-income families, stabilizes neighborhoods, implements affordable housing programs, provides resident assistance, offers affordable homeownership opportunities, and provides housing rehabilitation assistance.
- Community Development and Housing Assistance Affordable Homeownership with Long-Term Affordability ControlsAdministers funds and programs to improve the quality of life for low and moderate-income families, stabilize neighborhoods, implement affordable housing programs, provide resident assistance, and offer housing rehabilitation assistance.
- Community Engagement and Airport Outreach Aviation Safety Reporting & Public OutreachHosts an annual community open house, “Airport Day,” at Chandler Municipal Airport featuring aircraft and helicopter displays, flyovers, food trucks, and local business information to engage the public and promote awareness of airport operations.
- Community Housing and Neighborhood Stabilization Programs Affordable Homeownership with Long-Term Affordability ControlsAdministers affordable housing programs, including affordable homeownership opportunities for first-time homebuyers with incomes below 80% of Area Median Income, housing rehabilitation assistance for low- and moderate-income homeowners, and resident support services to improve living conditions and stabilize neighborhoods.
- Community Recreation and Education Programs Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOffers free public programs including lectures, activities, demonstrations, outreach events for various age groups, and live-streamed recreation programs.
- Composting Program Composter Distribution & EducationProvides free backyard composters to Chandler residents who pay for city-provided solid waste services and offers free composting workshops twice a year.
- Composting Program Composter Distribution & EducationProvides free backyard composters to Chandler residents and offers free composting workshops twice a year.
- Composting and Waste Reduction Programs Composter Distribution & EducationProvides free backyard composters made from repurposed recycling or trash containers to Chandler residents who pay for city-provided solid waste services, and offers free composting workshops twice a year in spring and fall.
- Emergency Response Services Fire and Emergency Medical ResponseOperates an internationally accredited fire department with an ISO Class 1 rating, providing emergency response services for fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials incidents, technical rescue, and crisis intervention.
- Emergency Response Services Fire and Emergency Medical ResponseOperates an internationally accredited fire department providing emergency response for fire suppression, medical services, hazardous materials incidents, technical rescue, and crisis intervention.
- Emergency and Financial Assistance for Residents Emergency Shelter ServicesThe Chandler Cares team provides assistance for loss of income, unexpected expenses, and essential needs including food, medical costs, utilities, and rental support for economically disadvantaged families.
- Fire and Emergency Response Services Fire and Emergency Medical ResponseOperates as an all-career, internationally accredited fire department with an ISO Class 1 rating, providing emergency response for fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials incidents, technical rescue, and crisis intervention.
- Free Tax Preparation Free Tax Preparation via VITA and AARP ProgramsProvides free tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, seniors, and individuals with disabilities through the VITA program.
- Free Tax Preparation Services Free Tax Preparation via VITA and AARP ProgramsProvides free tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, seniors, and individuals with disabilities through the IRS-sponsored VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program.
- Free Tax Preparation Services Free Tax Preparation via VITA and AARP ProgramsProvides free tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, seniors, and individuals with disabilities through the VITA program.
- Homelessness Prevention and Regional Collaboration Emergency Shelter ServicesParticipates in the Maricopa Regional Service System to prevent and end homelessness in Maricopa County through coordinated service delivery and support.
- Homelessness Prevention and Support Emergency Shelter ServicesParticipates in the Maricopa Regional Service System to prevent and end homelessness and provides assistance for loss of income, unexpected expenses, and needs such as food, medical, utility, and rental assistance through the Chandler Cares team.
- Homelessness Prevention and Support Emergency Shelter ServicesParticipates in the Maricopa Regional Service System to prevent and end homelessness in Maricopa County and provides assistance for loss of income, unexpected expenses, and needs such as food, medical, utility, and rental assistance through the Chandler Cares team.
- Public Recreation and Educational Programming Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOffers free public programs including lectures, activities, demonstrations, and outreach events for early childhood, youth, and adults. Provides live-streamed recreation programs daily from facilities to participants' homes.
- Recreation Programs Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOffers free public programs including lectures, activities, demonstrations, outreach events for various age groups, and live-streamed recreation programs delivered from their facilities.
- Swim Instruction and Water Safety Programs Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers year-round swim lessons for all ages, including Parent-Child lessons (6–36 months), Swim & Stroke School (2.5–13 years), Teen/Adult Beginner lessons, and the Starfish Swimming program focused on water safety. Maintains a 10:1 participant-to-instructor ratio for beginner classes and provides financial assistance to economically disadvantaged families for learn-to-swim opportunities.
- Swim Lessons and Water Safety Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers year-round swim lessons at aquatic centers and pools, including Parent-Child, Swim & Stroke School, and Teen/Adult Beginner lessons, emphasizing water safety through the Starfish Swimming program, and provides financial assistance for economically disadvantaged families.
- Swim Lessons and Water Safety Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers year-round swim lessons for various age groups (parent-child, children, teens, adults) with an emphasis on water safety, and provides financial assistance for economically disadvantaged families.
- Transportation and Street Network Planning Urban Mobility & Transit AdvocacyDesigns, plans, implements, and maintains the city’s street network to support safe and efficient movement for motorized vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users of all ages and abilities, ensuring connectivity between key community destinations.
advocacy · 2
- Fair Housing Advocacy Advocacy for Housing Access & EquityEnsures equal access to housing through community outreach, education, and enforcement of fair housing laws.
- Fair Housing Advocacy and Education Advocacy for Housing Access & EquityEnsures equal access to housing through community outreach, education, and enforcement of fair housing laws.
research · 2
- Community Needs Assessment Community Needs Assessment & ResearchConvenes a community-wide Community Needs Assessment (CNA) process to identify ways to better serve the community.
- Community Needs Assessment and Research Community Needs Assessment & ResearchConvened a community-wide Community Needs Assessment (CNA) process to identify community priorities and improve service delivery.
strategies · 26
how they think
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- All-Hazards Mitigation all-hazards mitigationUses an all-hazards mitigation approach supported by specialized divisions to enhance community preparedness and safety.
- All-Hazards Mitigation Approach all-hazards mitigationEmploys a comprehensive all-hazards mitigation strategy, supported by specialized divisions focusing on fire prevention, EMS, training, mechanical maintenance, and community preparedness, to address various risks.
- All-hazards mitigation framework all-hazards mitigationImplements an all-hazards mitigation approach through specialized divisions—including fire prevention, EMS, training, mechanical maintenance, and community preparedness—to enhance public safety and resilience.
- Collaborative Human Needs Addressing partnership_approachAddresses basic and critical human needs through a partnership approach, collaborating with nonprofit organizations, faith-based agencies, and other city departments.
- Community Engagement community_engagementConsiders pilots, tenants, visitors, and neighbors as valued members of the Chandler Municipal Airport community to foster collaboration and support.
- Community engagement at Chandler Municipal Airport community_engagementViews pilots, tenants, visitors, and neighbors as integral members of the Chandler Municipal Airport community, fostering inclusive engagement across approximately 300 businesses in the Airpark Area Business District.
- Community-Centric Airport Engagement community_engagementFosters a strong sense of community around Chandler Municipal Airport by valuing all stakeholders—pilots, tenants, visitors, and neighbors—as integral members of the airport and surrounding business district.
- Community-Engaged Cultural Programming community-engaged cultural programmingEngages the public through community-focused programs and forums, complemented by world-class traveling exhibits.
- Community-Engaged Cultural Programming community-engaged cultural programmingProvides community-focused programs and forums alongside world-class traveling exhibits to engage the public.
- Community-engaged cultural programming community-engaged cultural programmingEngages the public through community-focused programs and forums paired with world-class traveling exhibits to foster civic participation and cultural enrichment.
- Multi-Domain Sustainability Framework multi-domain sustainability frameworkFocuses sustainability efforts on five key performance areas to promote environmental stewardship and resource efficiency.
- Multi-domain sustainability framework multi-domain sustainability frameworkAdvances municipal sustainability through a structured focus on five key performance areas: energy consumption, urban land use, renewable energy, sustainable fleet, and water consumption.
- Multimodal street design for inclusive mobility multimodal street designDesigns streets using a multimodal approach that ensures safe and efficient movement for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and motorists of all ages and abilities.
- Natural Decomposition for Waste Recycling natural_decompositionUses natural decomposition of organic materials as a method for recycling yard and food waste.
- Organic Waste Diversion through Natural Decomposition natural decompositionReduces the municipal waste stream by diverting organic waste from landfills through composting, utilizing natural decomposition as the primary recycling method for yard and food waste.
- Organic waste recycling via natural decomposition and composting natural decompositionRecycles yard and food waste through natural decomposition and diverts organic materials from landfills to reduce the municipal waste stream via composting programs.
- Partnership Approach partnership_approachPartners with nonprofit and faith-based agencies, as well as other city departments, to address basic and critical human needs.
- Partnership approach to human needs partnership_approachAddresses basic and critical human needs by partnering with nonprofit and faith-based agencies as well as other city departments to leverage resources and community networks.
- Public Awareness of Aviation public_awarenessShowcases Chandler Municipal Airport to enhance public awareness and engagement with the aviation community.
- Public awareness through airport visibility public_awarenessEnhances public recognition of Chandler Municipal Airport—ranked as the 16th busiest general aviation airport in the nation—by promoting its role and operations.
- Skill-Based Water Safety Education Starfish Swimming programPromotes lifelong water safety by teaching swimming as a fundamental life skill, emphasizing correct and confident learning through structured programs like Starfish Swimming, which focuses on self-recovery and stroke development with tangible milestones, and grouping swimmers by ability.
- Swimming as a life skill with milestone-based instruction Starfish Swimming programTeaches swimming as a critical life skill for lifelong water safety, using the Starfish Swimming program to focus on self-recovery and stroke development through tangible milestones and ability-based grouping.
- Urban Redevelopment with Historic Preservation urban_redevelopment_with_historic_preservationCreates pedestrian-friendly urban environments using historically-inspired architecture and strategic infrastructure to support downtown development.
- Urban Redevelopment with Historic Preservation urban_redevelopment_with_historic_preservationCreates pedestrian-friendly urban environments by integrating historically-inspired architecture, historic preservation efforts, and strategic infrastructure development (like parking and walkways) to foster downtown growth.
- Urban redevelopment with historic preservation urban_redevelopment_with_historic_preservationCreates pedestrian-friendly urban environments by integrating historically-inspired architecture and historic preservation with strategic infrastructure like parking structures and walkways to catalyze downtown development.
- Waste Diversion waste_diversionDiverts organic waste from landfills to reduce the municipal waste stream through composting.
named programs · 1
what they call their work
Unified Development Manual (UDM)
A comprehensive manual providing administrative procedures, technical standards, and construction specifications for development within the City of Chandler. It includes sections on development fees, planning and zoning applications, general and area plans, planning policies, site development, off-site improvement regulations, off-site inspection and permitting, engineering design and construction standards, and building permit and construction standards.
relationships · 11
who they work with
- American Alliance of Museums Network — Participating in AAM's Annual Survey of Museum-Goers to gather visitor feedback.
- Arizona Attorney General's Fraud Fighters Partner — Partners to promote Shred-a-Thon events for secure document disposal.
- Azura Partner — Collaborates on the VITA program to provide free tax preparation.
- Extension Arizona Partner — Provides composting resources through a partnership with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.
- FSL Home Improvements Partner — Partners to provide Housing Rehabilitation Programs, including Emergency Repair, Exterior Home Improvement Loan, and Home Modifications for People with Disabilities.
- Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Heat Relief Network Partner — Partners with MAG Heat Relief Network to provide heat relief locations and resources to residents.
- Maricopa County Attorney Partner — Collaborates on providing information about upcoming Shred-a-Thons.
- Maricopa Regional Service System Partner — Participates in the system to prevent and end homelessness in Maricopa County.
- Mesa United Way Partner — Collaborates on the VITA program to provide free tax preparation.
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Funder — Receives annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds.
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Government — Provides guidance on backyard composting through EPA resources on sustainable food management.