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Neighborhood Programs
The Office of Neighborhood Programs was established in 2000 by the City Council to encourage partnerships, strengthen Chandler's neighborhoods and build strong community relationships.
Neighborhood Grant Program
The 2010 Neighborhood Grant Program is now open to all Chandler neighborhoods that participate in the Neighborhood Registration Program. If you are not sure if your neighborhood is registered or if you would like to register your neighborhood, you may call 480-782-4351 for assistance.
The Neighborhood Grant Program is open all year and offers the following three grants:
· Traditional Neighborhood Grants provide funds up to $5,000 once every five years
· HOA Matching Grants provide funds up to $5,000 once every five years
· Annual Jump Start Grant provide funds up to $500 once a year
Neighborhood Grants can not be combined. Grant projects are evaluated and selected based on a series of criteria including neighborhood benefit, resident involvement and financial need.
Download the Traditional Neighborhood Grant Packet (PDF)
Download the HOA Matching Grant Packet (PDF)
Download the Annual Jump Start Grant Packet (PDF)
For questions or more information on the Neighborhood Grant Program, please call Judy Ramos, Neighborhood Programs Coordinator at 480-782-4348
Chandler's 2010 Fall HOA Academy
Due to the overwhelming response, we have reached capacity and are no longer accepting applications for the 2010 Fall HOA Academy. We look forward to serving you in the future.
The HOA Academy will provide a curriculum that will address key fundamental concepts that speak to the core of what ensures a successful and sustainable HOA and how to address challenges that affect those who live in an HOA.
The Academy consists of six evening classes, which will begin on Thursday, September 2, 2010 and will run every Thursday thereafter through October 7. Classes will be held from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Chandler Police Department, Main Station-Community Room located at 250 E Chicago St.
Chandler residents completing five of the six classes will receive a Certificate of Completion and will be recognized at a future City Council meeting.
Vacant Property Resources and Information
Vacant Property Challenges
A workshop was held on June 15, 2010 to discuss vacant property challenges. As a result of this workshop, Neighborhood Programs identified the need to provide continued education to residents and neighborhood groups regarding all aspects of vacant and foreclosed properties. The links below offer The Vacant Property Challenges Workshop Summary, a Vacant Properties Challenges Information Resource Guide and a Vacant Property Information Participation Form.
Resource Guide for Foreclosure Recovery
Provided by the Federal Reserve Banks of San Francisco and Atlanta
Below is a link to the Resource Guide for Foreclosure Recovery. It was recently released by the Community Development Departments of the Federal Reserve Banks of San Francisco and Atlanta. This general guide will used across the country to help many families in need. Please note that the Appendix of this document provides information on Community Resources specific to the City of Chandler. For more information on the Federal Reserve Banks of San Francisco and Atlanta, please visit their web site at http://www.frbsf.org/community/issues/toolkit/toolkit_3.html
Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC)
The City of Chandler's Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) is a seven member Mayor and Council appointed committee. The NAC holds meetings the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Neighborhood Resources Division Office located at 55 North Arizona Place, Suite 310.
In 2010, as part of the committee's commitment to the community, the NAC will be holding a series of Public Outreach Meetings to listen to residents speak out on the various challenges facing their neighborhoods and community. The next NAC Public Outreach Meeting will be held on September 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at Knox Elementary-Media Center located at 700 W. Orchid Lane.
NAC meetings are public and all Chandler Residents are welcome to attend.
Neighborhood Registration
Many benefits are available to registered neighborhoods, such as expanded zoning notification, the creation of a free neighborhood Web site, assistance with the distribution of neighborhood publications and information on City events. As of July 2009, we have 251 registered neighborhoods with more than 885 neighborhood leaders.
Neighborhoods Arizona! Conference - “Successful Communities—Getting Back to Basics”
This annual Neighborhoods Arizona! Conference will help residents and professionals sustain and enhance their communities, creating opportunities out of the challenges being faced. Presenters include professionals and experienced individuals in “Engaging Volunteers,” “Making the Most with the Least,” and “Personal and Neighborhood Leadership.” The conference will be interactive with an opportunity for participants to share information with others who are creating success in their neighborhoods. The conference will be held on
Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Time: 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Mesa Utilities Building
640 N. Mesa Drive, Mesa
Admittance is $10 and may be paid on-line or at the door. Prior registration is requested and dinner is included. Register online at http://www.theleadershipcentre.org or contact the The Leadership Centre at 480-732-7174 for more information.
National Register of Historic Places Nomination for the Silk Stocking Neighborhood
The Silk Stocking Neighborhood is one of Chandler’s oldest neighborhoods located north of Chandler Boulevard and east of Arizona Avenue.
In October 2008, the residents of the Silk Stocking Neighborhood took steps towards preserving their neighborhood and a part of Chandler’s history. The neighborhood worked on completing a National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form. The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) has received a copy of the nomination and the Historic Sites Review Committee (HSRC) will review it this October. Upon final review by the HSRC, SHPO will move the nomination forward to the National Park Service (NPS) who has 45 days to respond. The anticipated final response by NPS is between late January and early February 2011.
Click on the links below to view a draft copy of the nomination’s Narrative Description, Statement of Significance and the Silk Stocking Neighborhood Historic District Map. To request a full copy of the draft nomination, please call 480-782-4320.
News for Neighbors
Volunteerism
Welcome to For Our City-Chandler - The purpose of For Our City-Chandler is to coordinate service needs of the City of Chandler and non-profit organizations with the service resources of faith-based communities, employers, business groups, and others in the Chandler area. Mayor Boyd Dunn described this as, "Bringing our community together through volunteerism."
Follow the link below for more information about volunteer opportunities in Chandler. http://www.forourcity.org/Chandler.html
Contact Information
The Office of Neighborhood Programs is located in the City Manager's Office, 55 N. Arizona Place, Suite 310.
Mailing Address:
Neighborhood Programs
Mail Stop 600
P.O. Box 4008
Chandler, AZ 85244-4008
Phone: 480-782-4320
FAX: 480-782-4350
Judy Ramos - Neighborhood Programs Coordinator
Phone: 480-782-4348
E-mail: judy.ramos@chandleraz.gov
Cristabel Dykstra - Neighborhood Programs Assistant
Phone: 480-782-4320
E-mail: cristabel.dykstra@chandleraz.gov
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