The Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities advise Council and staff on essential policies, rules and regulations relating to advocacy issues experienced by the disabled of the community, such as accessibility, education and employment.
Members serve as advocates for those in the community with physical and mental disabilities, birth defects, injuries sustained due to accidents, illnesses and age-related disabilities.
Meetings are usually held at 7 a.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave.
Meet Blake
Blake volunteers in the Adaptive PE classrooms for the Chandler Unified School District and is a graduate of Perry High School. Blake's favorite hobby is dancing and learning new dance moves.
When not volunteering, Blake enjoys playing flag football, floor hockey, golf and basketball with Chandler Adaptive Recreation.
| Members (9) | Term Expires |
|---|---|
| William Hespel | 05-01-2027 |
| Julie Lazzara | 05-01-2027 |
| Tom Fay | 05-01-2026 |
| Justine McDilda | 05-01-2026 |
| Geoffrey Foote | 05-01-2026 |
| Jeff Deaver | 05-01-2026 |
| Kim Foy | 05-01-2025 |
| Vacant | 05-01-2025 |
| Erin Fortner | 05-01-2025 |
| Staff Liaison Becky Kuiper, Recreation Superintendent 480-782-2908 | — |
Membership
Term: 3 years
Meets: Once a month
Members: 9 members
Established 1-25-1990; Ordinance No. 2112
Amended 7-22-1993; Ordinance No. 2380
Amended 5-12-11; Ordinance No. 4300
Amended 1-13-2022; Ordinance No. 4983
Additional Resources:
For more information, call 480-782-2181.