To support major investments by Intel and other employers, Chandler took action to modify infrastructure and sustain our extensive water portfolio. Innovative projects to offer affordable housing, provide transit services and rebuild Chandler’s busiest fire station were launched. Here is a brief recap of significant projects and events in 2022.
Support for Intel Expansion
Chandler worked with Salt River Project (SRP) and Intel to reach agreement on the power and water-related resources necessary to support Intel’s expansion at its Ocotillo campus. The infrastructure improvements qualify for reimbursement under the State’s transaction privilege tax statute.
Chandler has begun the utility relocation work to clear an underground path for the 230 kilovolt electric transmission line, along Alma School and Chandler Heights roads, to support Intel’s Fab 52/62 expansion.
Reclaimed Water Projects
Chandler initiated design and construction on the Reclaimed Water Interconnect Facility and Conveyance projects that will allow the City to recharge the City’s groundwater aquifer. Water from Central Arizona Project will be treated and stored at Chandler’s reclaimed water recharge sites.
These projects also will supply reclaimed water to Intel for their use in cooling towers that support their Fab 52/62 expansion.
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Villas at McQueen: Chandler will co-develop Villas on McQueen, a five-acre site located at the southeast corner of McQueen Road and Chandler Boulevard. When completed, this newly constructed family and senior multifamily housing site will provide approximately 157 housing units. The site also will include a multigenerational community space and park area. Seniors, persons with disabilities and veterans will be given priority to reside at this new housing site.
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Chandler Flex: Chandler Flex micro-transit pilot was launched with a July 14 ribbon-cutting event. Chandler Flex provides an affordable, on-demand rider to commute or get students to and from before and after school activities.
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Drought Management: In June 2022, Chandler implemented Stage One of its Drought Management Plan and will continue to monitor the drought situation as conditions change. As a result, the City increased messaging to educate residents about the drought and ways to conserve water. The water conservation team is also working with large water users, such as homeowner associations, in an effort to decrease their water consumption.
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North: The Musical: Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA) invested in artist engagement initiatives. On Nov. 4, the CCA presented the Arizona premiere of NORTH: The Musical, an original piece of work created by Ashli St. Armant. This musical was co-commissioned with three other performing arts centers across the country. NORTH cast and crew led choir, theatre, and dance workshops for Chandler students.
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DEI Assessment: Chandler engaged a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consultant to evaluate best practices in recruitment, training and education for City staff as well as to conduct community building events, educational forums, and programs with the City's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Division. The assessment was completed after eight months of focus groups, one-on-one meetings and community outreach.
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Homestead North: The new Homestead North Park, dedicated on Nov. 12, 2022, includes lighted paths, playgrounds,a lighted basketball court,a lighted pickleball court, ramadas, open space, and landscaping. This park is also adjacent to the Paseo Trail along the Consolidated Canal and will offer amenities relating to the trail such as fitness equipment and a maintenance area.
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Firefighter Cancer Screening: Chandler was awarded a grant to implement a cancer screening program through Vincere Cancer Center, a service dedicated to providing comprehensive first responder specific cancer screening care. Chandler also purchased turnout cleaning extractors for cancer prevention to be installed at every fire station.
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Villas at McQueen: Chandler will co-develop Villas on McQueen, a five-acre site located at the southeast corner of McQueen Road and Chandler Boulevard. When completed, this newly constructed family and senior multifamily housing site will provide approximately 157 housing units. The site also will include a multigenerational community space and park area. Seniors, persons with disabilities and veterans will be given priority to reside at this new housing site.
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Chandler Flex: Chandler Flex micro-transit pilot was launched with a July 14 ribbon-cutting event. Chandler Flex provides an affordable, on-demand rider to commute or get students to and from before and after school activities.
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Drought Management: In June 2022, Chandler implemented Stage One of its Drought Management Plan and will continue to monitor the drought situation as conditions change. As a result, the City increased messaging to educate residents about the drought and ways to conserve water. The water conservation team is also working with large water users, such as homeowner associations, in an effort to decrease their water consumption.
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North: The Musical: Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA) invested in artist engagement initiatives. On Nov. 4, the CCA presented the Arizona premiere of NORTH: The Musical, an original piece of work created by Ashli St. Armant. This musical was co-commissioned with three other performing arts centers across the country. NORTH cast and crew led choir, theatre, and dance workshops for Chandler students.
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DEI Assessment: Chandler engaged a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consultant to evaluate best practices in recruitment, training and education for City staff as well as to conduct community building events, educational forums, and programs with the City's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Division. The assessment was completed after eight months of focus groups, one-on-one meetings and community outreach.
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Homestead North: The new Homestead North Park, dedicated on Nov. 12, 2022, includes lighted paths, playgrounds,a lighted basketball court,a lighted pickleball court, ramadas, open space, and landscaping. This park is also adjacent to the Paseo Trail along the Consolidated Canal and will offer amenities relating to the trail such as fitness equipment and a maintenance area.
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Firefighter Cancer Screening: Chandler was awarded a grant to implement a cancer screening program through Vincere Cancer Center, a service dedicated to providing comprehensive first responder specific cancer screening care. Chandler also purchased turnout cleaning extractors for cancer prevention to be installed at every fire station.