Outdoor water savings
With the change in seasons and cooler weather approaching, it’s an ideal time to reassess your landscape watering practices. About 60% of residential water use occurs outdoors, and nearly 50% of landscapes are overwatered.
Overwatering can lead to problems including excessive plant growth, root diseases, and increased landscape maintenance. Instead, practice deep, infrequent watering to encourage robust root systems that can better withstand heat and drought. By modifying your watering practices, you can help conserve Chandler’s water resources and maintain a healthy landscape.
To water plants effectively, focus on root depth by applying water deeply and infrequently. Apply water at a slow rate to allow it to fully percolate into the soil instead of running off. Ensure the water reaches a depth of 6-12 inches depending on the plant’s size, which can be checked using a soil probe. Water less frequently, such as every week or every 10-14 days, and adjust the controller based on weather conditions to promote deeper root growth. Increase watering frequency during hot, dry spells and reduce it in cooler or rainy weather to support healthier roots and better drought resistance.
Regularly check and maintain your irrigation system, including sprinklers and drip, to optimize its efficiency. Adjust sprinkler heads to ensure they only cover the intended areas. Additionally, set your timers and controllers to match seasonal demands and adjust them based on current weather conditions and plant requirements.
Chandler offers $2 per sq. ft. for converting grass to xeriscape and a smart irrigation controller rebate that reimburses 50% of the cost for the controller and attachments that improve its accuracy, including on-site weather stations and soil moisture sensors. Smart controllers adjust watering schedules daily based on weather conditions and are programmed with user-friendly app, making them easier to manage
compared to manual controllers.
Learn more about Chandler’s water conservation programs and resources, including rebates and incentives.
Applications open for ‘CIVIC’
Connect with your local government
Mayor Kevin Hartke and the Chandler City Council are excited to announce that applications are open for CIVIC, an interactive, 13-session program providing Chandler residents with a behind-the-scenes look at city services.
This free program will again launch in January 2025 and is the latest offering by the City of Chandler to help residents connect with their government. Each session, participants will meet with city leaders, tour facilities that keep our city running, participate in interactive sessions and learn how to stay engaged with the city and in their community.
Applications will be open from Oct. 1 to Nov. 8. Find more information, including the full program schedule and application.
Chandler apps let you connect with the city to resolve issues quickly
Connecting with the City of Chandler is as easy as a click on your phone. The city has several free mobile applications that allow residents with smartphones and tablets to access select customer services and communicate directly with the city.
With the Chandler PublicStuff mobile phone app, you can point, click and send photos of graffiti, weeds, abandoned shopping carts, potholes, maintenance needed at a park or other service requests. Once your account is set up, the app gives an option to receive updates on the status of requests.
The Recycle Coach app will help answer any questions about what can and cannot be recycled in Chandler. And, the Chandler Public Library app is like having a library on the go. You can browse titles, place holds and so much more.
Learn more about Chandler’s apps. In addition to using these mobile apps, residents can contact the city through the Contact Chandler form or via phone at 480-782-2000 or through the city’s social media accounts.
Fun for everyone at Chandler’s upcoming events
Check out some of the big events happening in Chandler this fall.
Puparazzi Photo Contest
Submissions open starting Oct. 4
Stop, Sit, and Selfie! If your VIP (very important pooch) has “star quality” then send us your photos. Get creative and show us what makes your four-legged friend adorably cute, and you could win a paw-some prize basket (valued at $75). This opportunity is open to residents and non-residents of Chandler.
28th Annual Chandler Golf Challenge
Thursday, Nov. 14
Dust off your golf clubs. Chandler Golf Challenge swings into action with a shotgun start at Bear Creek Golf Club. The tournament brings the community together for a great day of golf that, in turn, improves educational and recreational opportunities for hundreds of people with disabilities. Players enjoy raffles, on-course contests, and much more. Whether you’re an Olympic hopeful or a Happy Gilmore, the day is sure to be a hole-in-one!
Open House at Fire Station No. 6
Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to Noon
The Chandler Fire Department is holding a free open house at Fire Station No. 6 located at 911 N. Jackson Street. In addition to tours of the station there will be a fire truck, ambulance, displays and demonstrations. Blood pressure checks will be available, along with drowning prevention information and instruction on Hands-Only CPR. In the Fire Safety House display, children will get hands-on instruction on how to get out of a smoke filled environment.
Woofstock - Tumbleweed Park
Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Every dog has its day at Woofstock. Very Important Pooches (VIP) and well-behaved owners can enjoy a free fun fur-filled day in Tumbleweed Park. Explore a variety of pet-related vendors and activities. Admission into the park is free.
- City offices and the Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center are closed on Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Trash and recycling are collected on this observed holiday.
The only three holidays that impact collection are Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. - City offices and the Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, for Thanksgiving.
- There WILL be changes to the trash and recycling collection the week of Thanksgiving.
- Trash and recycling will be picked up as normal on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Trash and recycling will NOT be collected on Thanksgiving Day.
- If your regular collection day is Thursday, place your container out on Friday.
- If your regular collection day is Friday, place your container out on Saturday.
- Interested in becoming a volunteer for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program? Training sessions to become certified on tax preparation will start in November. Apply now.
1 Men at Work, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680
2 Arbor Day Celebration, Veterans Oasis Park, 480-782-2748
2 Art Social, Vision Gallery, 480-782-2697
2 3rd Annual Diwali, Dr. A.J. Chandler Park – Stage Plaza, 480-782-2221
4, 7 City Council meeting, Council Chambers, 480-782-2181
8 Military Appreciation Breakfast, Chandler Senior Center, 480-782-2720
11 Veterans Day holiday, city offices closed
14 Chandler Golf Challenge, Bear Creek Golf Course, 480-782-2908
15 Downtown Region Update: Immersive Lab Experience, ASU Chandler Innovation Center, 480-782-3060
16 Downtown Region Update: Immersive Lab Experience, ASU Chandler Innovation Center, 480-782-3060
16 Woofstock, Tumbleweed Park, 480-782-2735
16 Open House at Fire Station No. 6, 911 N. Jackson St., 480-782-2120
21 Sonoran Sunset Series, Chandler Nature Center, 480-782-2890
22 Average White Band - Farewell Tour, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680
28 Turkey Swim, Hamilton Aquatic Center, 480-782-2527
28-29 Thanksgiving holiday, city offices closed
14, 17 City Council meeting, Council Chambers, 480-782-2181
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