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Holiday safety reminders

Please celebrate safely:

• Try to keep pets indoors, or otherwise secured. The unexpected bang of a firework can startle pets and result in uncharacteristic reactions.
• Fires, potentially serious burns, or hand and eye injuries can result from the use of fireworks, especially when young children are involved.
• The sale of permissible consumer fireworks is allowed from May 20 through July 6.
• The use of permissible consumer fireworks is allowed on private property, with the permission of the property owner, from June 24 through July 6.
• Chandler prohibits the use of permissible consumer fireworks in any public park.
• Find the latest information on Chandler’s fireworks restrictions.
• If you’re having a pool party, assign a responsible adult or two to be water watchers.
• Do not place ashes or coals near or in your trash or recycling container. Fires are commonly started because coals are not fully cooled before being thrown into the garbage. When hot coals are thrown out, the trash or recycling container can catch fire.          

July 21 Primary Election

Registered voters in Chandler will have the opportunity to elect a Mayor, three City Councilmembers and consider Proposition 415 (ratification of the General Plan) during the Primary Election on Tuesday, July 21.

Residents may view a list of mayoral and council candidates at chandleraz.gov/PrimaryElection. A draft of the General Plan Update also is available online for review.

To vote by mail, request your ballot by July 10 by contacting the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office at 602-506-1511. To vote early in person or locate your polling place on Election Day, visit locations.maricopa.vote. Ballots may also be dropped off at any voting location or at Chandler City Hall, 175 S. Arizona Ave. View a list of locations and hours at locations.maricopa.vote.

For more information call 480-782-2181.

Elección Primaria del 21 de Julio

Los electores registrados en Chandler tendrán la oportunidad de elegir a un Alcalde, a tres Miembros del Concilio, y de considerar la Proposición 415 (ratificación del Plan General) durante la Elección Primaria del martes 21 de julio.

Los residentes pueden ver la lista de candidatos a alcalde y al concilio de la Ciudad en Primary Election. También está disponible en línea un borrador de la Actualización del Plan General para su revisión.

Para votar por correo postal, solicite su boleta electoral antes del 10 de julio llamando a la Oficina del Registrador del Condado Maricopa al 602-506-1511. Para votar temprano en persona o para localizar su lugar de votación el Día de la Elección, visite locations.maricopa.vote. Las boletas electorales también se pueden llevar a cualquier lugar de votación o al edificio municipal Chandler City Hall, 175 S. Arizona Ave. Vea una lista de ubicaciones y horarios en locations.maricopa.vote.

Para más información, visite Primary Election o llame al 480-782-2181.
 

City steps up heat relief efforts for summer months

As temperatures soar, the city is stepping up its heat relief efforts to protect vulnerable residents from extreme heat. In partnership with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health and the Maricopa Association of Governments’ Heat Relief Network, Chandler is providing cooling centers across the city.

This summer, designated cooling centers—including libraries, community centers and local community partners—will offer air-conditioned spaces, free bottled water and resources for those seeking shelter from the heat. The nonprofit AZCEND will operate a Respite Center, providing a cool space for uninterrupted rest—sitting or lying down during hours of operation—including overnight stays on the hottest days.

Essential supplies such as water, sunscreen and hats will also be available to those in need. Solari will provide emergency transportation to the Respite Center.

Residents are encouraged to check online for a map of heat relief locations and safety tips. With record-breaking heat already forecasted, Chandler remains committed to ensuring no one is left without shelter during the hottest months of the year.

Find more information about the city's heat relief efforts, view the complete list of cooling center locations or to make a donation.  

Chandler Police Department offers Citizens Academy

The Chandler Police Department has opened its registration for the Summer 2026 Citizens Academy.

The Citizens Academy is a free program offered twice per year, designed to provide an inside look at the Chandler Police Department. Participants will learn about the operations and resources of the department, and will walk away with more awareness and understanding of law enforcement’s role in our community.

The next academy is scheduled from 6-9 p.m. each Wednesday, from Aug. 12–Oct. 28. Registration is open starting June 15 or call 480-782-4960.

Chandler’s A-OK program lets residents help others

Inside your Chandler utility bill, you will find a convenient way to help people in need in the community. The Chandler Acts of Kindness donation program, or A-OK for short, was developed in July 2000, to give residents an opportunity to make a voluntary donation to assist individuals and families within the City of Chandler who are in need.

The contributions collected go back into the community through a grant process to support a variety of human service programs that provide basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing, transportation and utility bill assistance to low-income Chandler residents.   

Thanks to the generosity of the community, the Acts of Kindness program continues to be a success. Every cent collected is put right back into the community to help individuals and families in need. We appreciate you helping to make the lives of your neighbors a little better.

Find more information, including how to make an A-OK donation, by calling 480-782-2280.  

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